Asian Megacities

Lahore

Holding the prestige title of capital of Punjab province and boasting the second largest population for a city in Pakistan Lahore is classified as a mega-city. The population of Lahore is around 10 million and is growing rapidly.




Lahore is a historically diverse area within its region. Being the capital to the Ghaznavid's, Ghurid's, Mughal's, Sikh's and the British Empire. It is the 40th most populated urban area in the world and accoridng to the guardian it is the second best tourist destination in the whole of pakistan.

 The economy of Lahore in PPP GDP figures was around $40 billion with an average annual growth rate of around 5.6%.  Lahore contributes around 13.2% of Pakistan's total national GDP. Around 42% of Lahore's workforce is employed within the service sector of the economy. For such a large and rapidly growing city infrastructure is generally good and communications are up to date with most businesses being able to access high speed internet.

Lahore is described as Pakistan's most accessible city, with an abundance of public transport and private transport. Roads are being expanded every year and are well maintained. 75% of citizens have their own means of transport but many choose public transport as it is often cheaper or quicker and sometimes the government gives incentives for its use.

Lahore is overwhelmingly Muslim with around 94% of people being so. The rest are mainly Christian or seek. Lahore is also described as the cultural heart of Pakistan due to its rich history spanning many empires. Lahore is also well known for its abundance of schools, colleges and universities which provide the city with the skills it requires to pursue a service based economy.