Wagah Border - A Connecting Link between Two Nations

Abdullah Khan

Wagah Border is located 27 kilometres from Lahore. Wagah is an army outpost on both the Indian and Pakistani border, between Amritsar and Lahore. The road that links the two countries is Grand Trunk Road. Every day at evening, especially before sunset a tremendous drill takes place. Both countries participate in this military practice which is a friendly way of showing power.

This tradition has been followed by the security forces of both countries since 1959. Border security forces from India and Pakistani rangers perform manoeuvres which is a form of military movement. There is a famous ritual where the guards from both ends raise their legs as high as possible which is a sign of strength and supremacy. Soldiers from both sides march in discipline and change their respective flags at dusk. As the sun sets, lights are turned on and the duties of soldiers are changed.

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Both sides of the border have an amphitheatre-structure where the audience is seated. There are grill barriers that separate both countries. During the parade, not just security forces but the audiences also show great patriotism. There is thunderous applause, hooting, and sloganeering from both sides, which reflect the people's nationalism and devotion to the country. International this ceremony has been entitled Beating Retreat border ceremony.

Wagah Border Timings

For those crossing Wagah Border from India to Pakistan or vice versa, the gates open at 9:00 AM and close at 5:00 PM. You have to show your visa-stamped passport and other travel documents to the officers to be able to cross the border from this point.

Meanwhile, the Wagah Border ceremony timings vary with the season as it is held daily before the sunset.

Wagah Border Parade Timings during Winter: 4:30 PM

Wagah Border Parade Timings during Summer: 5:30 PM

Wagah Border Ticket Prices

One of the best things about the Wagah border parade in Lahore is that it is absolutely free. Whether you are a Pakistani national or a foreigner, you don’t have to pay any kind of entrance fee to attend the flag-lowering ceremony and partake in the event. All you need is your National Identity Card or another identification document to enter the premises. The foreigners, on the other hand, have to carry their passports.

However, you must reach the site as early as possible to grab the best seats. Ideally, you should be present at the Wagah Border an hour before the parade starts.

Wagah Border Seating Arrangement

The seating areas at Wagah Border are divided into the following categories:

An enclosure for male visitors
An enclosure for female visitors
VIP enclosure (non-segregated)
VVIP enclosure (non-segregated)
Seating area for foreigners, delegates and government personnel

Since you can’t reserve your seats in advance, you should ideally arrive at the location an hour before the parade is due to start. During the weekend, you should try to reach Wagah Border at least an hour and a half before the ceremony as it tends to get extremely crowded.

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