STRUCTURE

Sheikhupura, on the outskirts of Lahore, derived its name from a nickname for Prince Jahangir. It was one of Jahangir's princely dominions during his father Akbar's reign. Just north of Sheikhupura town lies a hunting complex known as the Hiran Minar.
Hiran Minar or the tower of the deer is situated in the city of Sheikhupura. This city is 40 kilometers away from the provincial capital, Lahore. The 4th Mughal King Jahangir built this structure in a beautiful lake. Basically it is a monument of a deer that is the reason behind its name. It is a structure of the year 1606 which was built on the grave of the “Mansraj” (Royal Deer). The height of this tower is 100 feet.
The Emperor Jahangir, known as Prince Salim, before he ascended the throne, was affectionately called “Sheikhu” by his father, the Great Mughal, Akbar. He was a great lover of beauty and his romantic disposition gave birth to many legends like that of his love for Anarkali and Nur Jahan. But the Hiran Minar perpetuates yet another legend, his love for animals. From the 130 feet high tower one can have a panoramic view of the area which was once a fertile jungle across the River Ravi, and it was the favourite hunting ground of Jahangir.