The Wazir Khan Mosque in Lahore, Pakistan, was built around 1634-1635 AD and features beautiful and extensive tile work. Because of its beauty, it is said to be "A mole on the cheek of Lahore." It was built during the reign of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan by Hakim Shaikh Ilm-ud-din Ansari, commonly known as Wazir Khan (Minister). He was a native of Chiniot, who was Court Physician to Shah Jahan and Governor of Lahore.
The Wazir Khan mosque is in the middle of Lahore city and the easiest way to reach it is through Delhi Gate. The mosque features finest Qashani tile work from the Mughal period.
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