Kapoor Haveli, Peshawar

Name: Kapoor Haveli
Address: Peshawar, Pakistan

#12 among attractions in Peshawar

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Kapoor Haveli is a residential building in the city of Peshawar, in modern-day Pakistan. It was home of one generation of the Kapoor family of India. It was constructed before the partition of India, between 1918 and 1922, by Dewan Basheswarnath Kapoor, father of Prithviraj Kapoor, the first member of the family to enter film industry in 1928 as an extra in his first film, Be Dhari Talwar. Among the notable members of the family, Trilok Kapoor, Prithiviraj's younger brother and his son, Raj Kapoor were born in the building. ()

Coordinates: 34°0'33"N, 71°34'17"E

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Peshawar Pakistan

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Kapoor Haveli – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Peshawar Museum, Gorkhatri, Bala Hisar Fort, St. John Vianney's Church.

0.8 miW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
Peshawar Museum, Peshawar
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the bustling city of Peshawar, Pakistan, lies a treasure trove of history and culture: the Peshawar Museum. This prominent institution is a sanctuary for those eager to delve into the region's rich heritage, housing an extensive collection that...
0.6 miE
Archaeological site
Gorkhatri, Peshawar
15 min walk • Gorkhatri, situated in the heart of the historic city of Peshawar in Pakistan, is one of the country's more valuable archaeological treasures, with a history that spans centuries. This ancient complex, which now holds an important place in the urban fabric of Peshawar...
~1430 ftNW
Archaeological site
Bala Hisar Fort, Peshawar
7 min walk • Perched atop a hill in the ancient city of Peshawar, Pakistan, the historic Bala Hisar Fort stands as a testament to the region's storied past. This formidable archaeological site has been a sentinel overlooking the Khyber Pass and has played a pivotal role in the...
~1920 ftS
Church
St. John Vianney's Church, Peshawar
10 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Peshawar, Pakistan, St. John Vianney's Church stands as a beacon of faith and history. This Catholic church, dedicated to Saint John Vianney, is a testament to the resilience and diversity of the religious communities in the region.
0.9 miNE
Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Mosque
Mahabat Khan Mosque, Peshawar
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Peshawar, the Mahabat Khan Mosque stands as a testament to the architectural grandeur and spiritual heritage of the Mughal era. Constructed in the 17th century, during the reign of Emperor Shah Jahan, this mosque is named after the Mughal...
~1330 ftE
Tower
Cunningham Clock Tower, Peshawar
7 min walk • The Cunningham Clock Tower is an enduring landmark in the heart of Peshawar, Pakistan. This prominent structure, standing with historical dignity, was erected in 1900 to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria's reign.
~570 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Peshawar
3 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Peshawar, Pakistan, lies the historic Qissa Khwani Bazaar, a bustling marketplace that whispers tales of bygone eras. This traditional bazaar, whose name translates to "The Market of Storytellers," has been a hub of commerce...
0.9 miW
City hall
Governor's House, Peshawar
23 min walk • The Governor's House in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan is a historic building and has a secret tunnel from the left side mosque to the Bala Hisar Fort it is about 1.25 km long, amidst what is now a park. It is close to the Peshawar Museum.
1.4 miSE
Pagoda
Kanishka Stupa, Peshawar
35 min walk • The Kanishka Stupa was a monumental stupa established by the Kushan king Kanishka during the 2nd century CE in today's Shaji-ki-Dheri on the outskirts of Peshawar, Pakistan.
~150 ftNW
Mosque
Qasim Ali Khan Mosque, Peshawar
1 min walk • The Qasim Ali Khan Mosque; is a 17th-century mosque in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Located in Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Mohallah Baqir Shah. The mosque was built during Emperor Aurangzeb's reign, by Qasim Ali Khan, a news writer and administrator in the government of Kabul.
0.9 miS
Park
Wazir Bagh, Peshawar
23 min walk • Wazir Bagh is an 18th century garden in Peshawar, Pakistan.

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Which popular attractions are close to Kapoor Haveli?

Nearby attractions include Qasim Ali Khan Mosque, Peshawar (1 min walk), Cunningham Clock Tower, Peshawar (7 min walk), All Saints Church, Peshawar (7 min walk), Bala Hisar Fort, Peshawar (7 min walk).

How to get to Kapoor Haveli by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kapoor Haveli:

Bus

Khyber Bazaar Station (8 min walk)
Malik Saad Shaheed Station (11 min walk)

Train

Peshawar City (28 min walk)