Overview
Wazirabad is a historic Punjabi city of roughly 300,000 people (2017) that calls itself the "City of Cutlery" for its famous knife and cutlery production. Located about 30 km from Gujranwala City, it offers a glimpse into Mughal-era Punjab with sites like the 1636 CE Musamman Burj and the 1542 CE Dak Chowki.
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Before you go
Culture
Wazirabad is famous for cutlery production and calls itself the "City of Cutlery." The Chenab River spans the city, crossed by the historic Alexandra Railway Bridge.
Safety
Standard urban precautions apply. Dress conservatively at religious sites. No specific emergency numbers were listed in the article.
Transport
Wazirabad is accessible by train and road from Gujranwala (30 km) and Lahore. The city sits on the Punjab Northern State Railway line.