The Pigeon Houses on the Picture Wall of Lahore Fort: A Living Sanctuary

The Picture Wall of Lahore Fort, the world's largest glazed tile mosaic spanning 1450 feet, harbors over two hundred miniature structures serving as pigeon houses, challenging historical interpretations that dismissed them as weaponry loopholes. A critical analysis of historical data and on-site observations revealed these avian micro-architectures as intentional living sanctuaries, reflecting ecological awareness in Mughal design. The study bridges architectural history and conservation by advocating for the retention of these structures to preserve a thriving local pigeon population, contributing to discussions on integrating ecological principles into traditional heritage practices.

Amer, K., Zulfiqar, Z., & Altaf, M. (2025). THE PIGEON HOUSES ON THE PICTURE WALL OF LAHORE FORT: A LIVING SANCTUARY. Journal of Research in Architecture & Planning, 35(1), 63–79. https://doi.org/10.53700/jrap3512025_5