The Walled City of Lahore Authority (WCLA) & Aga Khan Cultural Service (AKCS) Pakistan will be completing the conservation of the Mughal era Arzgah, located alongside the Picture Wall of the Lahore Fort in Pakistan, by September 2024. The building is located alongside the world’s largest picture wall and is close behind the Diwan-e-Khaas. This Arzgah was the place where the affluent, or nobles of the royal court, gathered in the morning to receive the Emperor’s commands for the day-to-day tasks and decisions. The building had been in a dilapidated condition for many years and was used as a warehouse. The Walled City of Lahore Authority in collaboration of the Aga Khan Trust for Culture (AKTC) took up the task to preserve it and highlight its historical importance. The repair and restoration work of the Arzgah began in 2023. “This building holds significant importance among the restored structures of the Lahore Fort, and preserving it for future generations is a primary objective of the authority. It had been closed to the public for ages and was made a warehouse. WCLA aims to conserve each corner of the fort and open it up for tourists and visitors, so that they can have an extensive experience of the fort,” Mr Lashari added.