Chitta Gate

Chitta Gate is a city gate in Lahore's Walled City with an east-facing facade covered in white glazed lime plaster. The interior holds small chambers displaying architectural details from the Mughal period.

The structure was built in 1650 during Shah Jahan's reign and originally served as Lahore's Delhi Gate. It was later superseded by another gate built about 100 meters to the east.

The gate sits along a major route connecting the Wazir Khan Mosque and Shahi Hammam, framed by nearby shrines and historic wells. This location links sacred spaces with the daily rhythms of the neighborhood that visitors still experience today.

The gate provides direct access to Chowk Wazir Khan and connects different parts of the historic district through narrow winding streets. It serves as a helpful landmark when navigating through the old city.

The name 'Chitta' means 'White' in the local language and refers to the distinctive white lime plaster that covers the entire facade. This coating makes the gate visible from a distance even in changing light conditions.

Location: Lahore

Inception: 1650

GPS coordinates: 31.58306,74.32472

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06