Dai Anga Mosque
Mosque 17th-century Mughal mosque in Lahore with ornate tilework
17th‑century Mughal mosque in Lahore noted for glazed-tile decoration and brickwork; visited for its architecture and historical context near the old city.
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The Dai Anga Mosque is a 17th-century Mughal-era mosque in Lahore, Punjab, commissioned by Dai Anga, the wet nurse of Emperor Shah Jahan. It is recognised for its exterior tile decoration and traditional Mughal architectural details.
The mosque includes a prayer hall and decorated entrance façade featuring glazed tiles and patterned brickwork typical of Mughal provincial mosques. It served as a neighbourhood mosque and has been the subject of conservation efforts.
The building was constructed during Shah Jahan’s reign and reflects patronage by court-affiliated figures rather than imperial commissioning. Over time it has remained a place of worship while also attracting interest from architectural historians.
Located in Lahore’s urban core, the mosque sits within the city’s historic districts in Punjab, Pakistan, and is visited together with nearby Mughal monuments and the walled-city precincts.
- Date and style: Built in the first half of the 17th century during the Mughal period and notable for its glazed tile work and decorated facades.
- Visiting note: Located within Lahore's older urban fabric, it is smaller than the city's major mosques and is often visited alongside other Mughal-era monuments in the area.
How to Get to Dai Anga Mosque #
The mosque is in Lahore and reachable by local taxis, ride-hailing, or the city’s road network. Pair visits with other Lahore heritage sites for an efficient itinerary.
Tips for Visiting Dai Anga Mosque #
- Visit outside of Friday prayer times to appreciate the architecture in relative quiet.
- Look closely at the tilework and inscriptions - small details reveal Mughal-era design sensibilities.
- Combine with nearby Lahore landmarks for a fuller historical itinerary.
Best Time to Visit Dai Anga Mosque #
Cooler months from November to February are best for visiting mosque and Lahore's historic sites; summers can be hot and humid.
Weather & Climate near Dai Anga Mosque #
Dai Anga Mosque's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with very hot summers (peaking in June) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 40°C. Moderate rainfall (518 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 9°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is hot with highs of 39°C and lows of 24°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is the hottest month with highs of 40°C and lows of 27°C. Moderate rainfall (43 mm).
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July
July is hot, feeling like 33°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (154 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 33°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm).
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September
September is hot, feeling like 31°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 12°C. The driest month with just 5 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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