Lava Temple
Hindu temple
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Lava Temple (Urdu: لو مندر) is a Hindu place of worship dedicated to the Hindu deity Lava, the son of Rama. It is in Lahore Fort, Lahore, Pakistan, and dates to the Sikh period.[1] According to a Hindu legend,[2] Lahore is named after him.[3]
| Lava Temple of Lahore | |
|---|---|
A view of the temple’s dome from the walls of the Lahore Fort | |
| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| Deity | Lava (Ramayana) |
| Governing body | Pakistan Hindu Council |
| Location | |
| Location | Lahore, Punjab
Pakistan  |
  Shown within Pakistan | |
| Coordinates | 31°35′18″N 74°18′46.4″E |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Hindu temple |
| Temple | 1 |
| Website | |
| Pakistan Hindu Council | |
Etymology
History
A legend based on oral traditions holds that 'Lahore', known in ancient times as 'Lavapuri' (City of Lava in Sanskrit),[5] was founded by Prince Lava,[6] the son of Sita and Rama. Kasur was founded by his twin brother Prince Kusha.[7]
To this day, Lahore Fort has a vacant temple dedicated to Lava (also pronounced Loh, hence Loh-awar or "The Fort of Loh").[8]
Management
Currently this temple is under the control of Pakistan Government and is managed by the Pakistan Hindu Council.
