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The area's main crops include rice, wheat, sugar cane, and maize. Cultivated fruits include [[guava]]s, [[watermelon]], [[alichee]], [[strawberries]], and [[falsa]]. Vegetables include potatoes, peas, onions, tomatoes, cabbage, and radishes, among many others. |
The area's main crops include rice, wheat, sugar cane, and maize. Cultivated fruits include [[guava]]s, [[watermelon]], [[alichee]], [[strawberries]], and [[falsa]]. Vegetables include potatoes, peas, onions, tomatoes, cabbage, and radishes, among many others. |
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Revision as of 09:43, 7 December 2010
Sharaqpur | |
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Punjab |
| District | Sheikhupura |
| Elevation | 196 m (643 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
| Website | www.Sharaqpur.com |
Sharaqpur is a town of Sheikhupura District in the Punjab province of Pakistan. It is located at 31°27′48″N 74°6′0″E / 31.46333°N 74.10000°E[1] and lies on the Jaranwala road 32 km from Lahore. It is a beautiful and flourishing town with different flowers, greenery, meadows and gardens of various fruits.
Geography
Sharaqpur is located southwest of Lahore, across the River Ravi. Nala Daik passes just west of Sharaqpur, and eventually meets the River Ravi five km south of Sharaqpur.[2]
History
Sharaqpur is a tehsil-level town on Jaranwala Road 32 km from Lahore. Many years ago, the river Ravi flowed here and due to the river's presence this area was cultivated. The tribes of Gujranwala saw this place and settled here, followed by the forefathers of the Aarain tribe from Sahiwal. The founder of Sharaqpur who built the first home in the area was the grandfather of Hafiz Muhammad Jamal. In this period Hazrat Hafiz Muhammad Qadri and religious scholars came here from Hujra Shah Muqueem and built a mosque. Hazrat Syed Abdul-Qadar Sani (Almaroof Kimia-ul-nazar) stayed here. With the passage of time, many people arrived here and they spread Islam; even the King of that time came here and developed the area.
Origins of the name
Different opinions exist about the origins of Sharaqpur's name. Miyan Mohammad Ashiq writes in his book History of Sharaqpur that the name of Sharaqpur was kept by the numbers. If one counts the numbers of Sharaqpur then it will be 808[clarification needed] and this is the year of foundation of Sharaqpur. Another opinion is that Sultan Muhammad Shah Sarqi used to meet famous personalities of Sharaqpur and give special attention in this area. Therefore, people began to call this area "Sharqipur", which evolved into "Sharaqpur". Another possibility is that Malik Sharq, the son of Malik Faheem, came to meet the religious scholars of Sharaqpur and paid much attention to Sharaqpur. Therefore, after negotiation among the people, they called the area Sharaqpur.
Culture and economy
Sharaqpur is known as the home of the Shrine of Saint Mian Sher Muhammad, also known as Sher-E-Rabbani. Mian Sher Muhammad Sharaqpuri was born in 1282 AH, or 1865 AD, in Sharaqpur. His father's name was Mian Azizuddin. Mian Sher Muhammad was a strict observer and preacher of Quran and the Sunnah. He led a simple life and blessed numerous people. He died on Rabi-ul-Awwal 3, 1347 AH, or August 20, 1928 and was laid to rest in Sharaqpur.
A special kind of shoes called Khusah is manufactured here and is popular throughout the Punjab province. These Khusahs are made by hand; no machines are used in their creation. Nowadays, these are specially designed for bridegrooms at wedding ceremonies. Leather and silver or golden thread are used for their manufacturing. The Khusah is a part of Punjabi culture.
Sharaqpur is also known for its fireworks industry.
Sharaqpur has a decorated food street, which is the main bazaar of the old city. It extends from Nalkay Wala Chowk to Malkana Gate. It is open around the clock, 24/7. One can find all kind of foods here, including the popular local dessert, gulab jamun.
The area's main crops include rice, wheat, sugar cane, and maize. Cultivated fruits include guavas, watermelon, alichee, strawberries, and falsa. Vegetables include potatoes, peas, onions, tomatoes, cabbage, and radishes, among many others.
Gallery
References
- http://www.Sharaqpur.com
- http://www.SharaqPuri.com
- Tarikh-e-Sheikhupura (Urdu)
- Tarikh-e-Nakoshy Sharaqpur Sharif (Urdu)