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Bahawalpur (Bhawalpur, Bhawulpore) is a city in Punjab, Pakistan.

Culture and History

Travel to Bahawalpur - Visa Requirements

Flights and airtickets to Bahawalpur

Bahawalpur is one of the safest cities in Punjab. It has its own airport which connect all major cities in Pakistan. PIA operate in Bahawalpur to Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad. A new airport is also built near the old airport and it is expected that international flights will operate at the new airport.

By train

Bahawalpur is connected with all major cities of Pakistan by train.

By car

From Lahore you can travel on KLP road.

Buses to Bahawalpur

Bus services are available throughout Pakistan.

By boat

Tours and Getting around Bahawalpur

Renting a car with driver (for about 30$ per day) is the best way to move around though you can use local transport as well. But to see things around Bahawalpur you will need a car.

Bahawalpur tourist attractions and sightseeing

  • Nur Mahal - Nur Mahal is a very beautiful palace (mahal) build by Nawab Sadiq, the former ruler of Bahawalpur.
  • Fort Darawar
  • The Replica of Fort Darawar - This is a beautiful replica of Fort Darawar, a private property of a local resident of Bahawalpur. It has a very beautiful surrounding with a small lake with fish. A must see.
  • Mai Jindaan Da Mazaar - Tomb of Mai Jindan is one of the most famous landmarks of Pakistan.

Bahawalpur city tours

Visit the villages where they work on tie and dye work.

Learn

Work

talk

The main language is Seraiki and its best that you use the Seraiki phrasebook to help you get around.

Bahawalpur souvenirs and shopping

You can buy local tie and dye clothes (Chunri) from the local markets. Silver jewelery is also very pretty. Handmade close sandals (with embroidery) called khussas are also available at affordable prices (about $5 for a pair).

Bahawalpur Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Naan:Fluffy delicious bread. Kebabs: Always a delicious treat made from a variety of meats.

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Bahawalpur nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Bahawalpur cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

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Contact

Stay safe

Follow a conservative dress code and try to dress as locals. It is better to have someone from the city as a guide.

Cope

Get out

  • Derawar Fort – a large fort outside of Bahawalpur in the Cholistan Desert

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