DHA Lahore

Defence Housing Authority (DHA) is a well-known real estate developer for implanting phenomenal communities across Pakistan, specifically DHA, Lahore. Defence Housing Authority, Lahore (DHA, Lahore) is the foremost housing project by the developer. The project was initiated in 1976 which is now exceptionally renowned across Pakistan and has become the ultimate framework in Asia.

Additionally, DHA, Lahore is notorious for being a world-class housing project facilitating the Pakistanis with gratifying lifestyle, advanced infrastructure, and above everything, a clean green atmosphere with all possible amenities.

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND:

In the 1970s, DHA was called Lahore Cantt Cooperative Housing Society (LCCHS). A management committee including 11 to 15 members only was responsible for the management of this society. Then, in the 1980s, a proclamation was made that gave army officers the authority to elect members for the management committee and policymaking in a general meeting. Whereas, in the 1990s, the legitimacy of the management committee was transferred to Commander Lahore Corpse by the High Court. After that, the Lahore Cantt Cooperative Housing Society was amended to Defence Housing Authority through a provincial order first and a federal order later in the 2000s.

DEVELOPMENT PLAN OF DHA, LAHORE:

  DHA, Lahore is categorized into several phases, divided into different sectors, and subdivided into various blocks. DHA, Lahore incorporates around 11-phases in total, namely.

• Phase1
• Phase2
• Phase3
• Phase4
• Phase5
• Phase6
• Phase7
• CBW Phase 8
• EX AA phase 8
• EX PV Phase 8
• Phase 9 Town
• Phase 9 PRISM
• Phase 11 RAHBAR
• Phase 12 EME

PLOT SIZE IN DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Lahore offers different sized residential and commercial plots to its community.

Sizes of residential plots:

• 5 Marla plot is available with dimensions 25 X 45 Square Feet
• 7 Marla plot with dimensions 30 X 52 Square Feet
• 8 Marla plot is available with dimensions 30 X 60 Square Feet
• 10 Marla plot is available with dimensions 35 X 65 Square Feet
• 1 Kanal plot with dimensions 50 X 90 Square Feet
• 2 Kanal plot with dimensions 75 X 120 Square Feet

Size of commercial plots:

• 4 Marla plot is available with dimensions 30 × 30 Square Feet
• 8 Marla plot with dimensions 30 × 60 Square Feet

SIGNIFICANT FEATURES:

• Availability of all basic life facilities.
• 24/7 security and surveillance.
• Advance security Systems
• Easy access to a wide variety of advanced amenities.
• Clean and green environment (parks and green belts) at regular intervals.
• Numerous shopping centers and marts.
• Adequate and modern healthcare facilities.
• Easy approach to mosques is available in all phases.
• Well-reputed educational institutes are available in different phases.
• Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) and Lahore Garrison University are in phase 5 and phase 6, respectively, in DHA, Lahore.
• Availability of sports facilities and clubs.
• Phase 4, DHA, Lahore contains a NADRA Executive center.
• Driving License Centre is available in Sector K, phase 1.
• Defence Public Library sited in Sector Z, Phase 3.
• Easy access to financial institutions, money transfer and exchange, and Islamic and commercial banks.
• Pakistan Post Office is also located in phase 1.
• Underground Systems of Electricity
• Signal Free Road
• 18-Hole Golf Courses
• Police headquarters
• Horse Riding Clubs
• Community Clubs
• Police headquarters
• Fresh Water Supply

FACILITIES IN DHA, LAHORE:

PUBLIC TRANSPORT IN AND NEAR DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Lahore is a master plan containing well-developed, well-managed, and smooth roads. Earlier, the residents of DHA, Lahore did not have access to public transport within the vicinity. But, since the launch of cab-hailing services, operating to and from Defence, Lahore has become near at hand.

In addition, residents of DHA, Lahore has now easy access to public transport as many bus stops are present across the community. For example, one of Lahore’s major road networks, Lahore Ring Road, is near DHA Phase 5, connecting Defence with other areas of Lahore. Similarly, Bedian Road and Barki Road are easily approachable to the residents of DHA, Phase 6.

Several bus stops have been set up to facilitate the residents by the management of DHA, Lahore at various intervals across the vicinity. Buses are available after every 15 minutes at these bus stops. A few bus stops are listed below, categorized phase-wise:

Bus stops in DHA, Lahore Phase 1:

• Defence Chowk Bus Stop is on Main DHA Boulevard in Sector K.
• Gol Chakkar Bus Stop is available in Sector L, on Ghazi Road.
• Bilal Store Bus Stop in Sector M, on Ghazi Road.
• Ghazi Road Bus Stop is also available for bus transport services.
• Ghazi Chowk Bus Stop is pinned in Sector A, on DHA’s Main Boulevard.
• Daewoo Bus Stop is also available on Khayaban-e-Jinnah, Sector L, Phase 1

Bus stops in DHA, Lahore Phase 2:

• All the bus stops available in Phase 1 are approachable from DHA, Lahore Phase 2. Whereas,
• Charar Pind Bus Stop is sited in Sector S, on Ghazi Road DHA, Lahore Phase 2.
• Daewoo U Bus Stop in Sector T, Phase 2
• Daewoo Bus Stop at Lalik Jan Chowk, Street 2, Sector S, Phase 2, DHA, Lahore.

Bus stops in DHA, Lahore Phase 3:

• On street number 10, Bus Stop Y-Block Market is in Y-Block Market DHA, Lahore Phase 3.

Bus stops in DHA, Lahore Phase 4:

• AA Bus Stop in Sector AA, situated on Ghazi Road, DHA, Lahore Phase 4.
• Naqa Bus Stop pinned on Ghazi Road at the intersection of Sector X and Sector AA.
• On the same road, LESCO Bus Stop is present in Sector EE.
• Chota Ishara Bus Stop is located on Ghazi Road, at the junction of Sector Y and Sector CC.

Nearest Metrobus Stations from Sector XX, Phase 3:

• Qainchi Bus Station on Ferozepur Road is around 8 minutes’ drive away.
• Ghazi Chowk Metro Bus Station is also sited on Ferozepur Road in Gul Colony, about 7 minutes’ drive away.
• Chungi Amar Sidhu Metro Bus Station takes around a 9-minute drive away.

Intercity and International Transportation:

• Walton Railway Station in Nishtar Town is easily accessible within around 8 minutes from DHA Sports Complex, in Sector XX of Phase 3.
• Allama Iqbal International Airport is just 9km away from Defence Housing Authority’s Office in Sector A, Phase 6.

MARKETS IN DHA, LAHORE:

Within the vicinity of DHA, Lahore, the residents can cherish all their needs met with comfort because of the comfortable approach to the commercial zones functioning in different parts of the community. Every phase of DHA, Lahore features a well-planned commercial area that serves as a hub for numerous national and international brands of eateries, clothing stores, accessories outlets, and several financial institutions.

A brief overview of some markets of different phases is presented below:

Markets in PHASE 1, DHA, LAHORE:

The markets operating in Phase 1 which is the oldest neighborhood of DHA, Lahore provides its customers with a convenient approach to grocery shops, pharmacies, restaurants/café, brands, etc.

• The F-Block Market is one of the most active commercial parts in Phase 1, DHA, Lahore. The market contains food places, convenience stores, and shops having essential commodities. A Lawrencepur outlet is also available on Jinnah Avenue in Sector F, Phase 1.
• H-Block market is popular for featuring local and international brands including,
• Al-Fatah Local, a one-stop-shop that host all possible shopping range covering grocery, personal care, baby products, electronics, etc. pinned in Phase 1, DHA, Lahore.
• Also, the H-block market hosts brands like Hush Puppies, Urban Sole, Apollo Sports, and LOGO Shop, and The Entertainer Pakistan.
• Sector G, Commercial Area hosts a shop selling clothing and accessories for kids, fashion accessories, ready-made casual western and eastern dresses for women and men.
• Sector G also has Apple iStore, many opticians, book centers, banks, and money exchanges. Moreover, Europa Store is a grocery store in this sector.

Markets in PHASE 2, DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Phase 2 is considered a home for eateries. However, it also incorporates well-known financial institutions, meat shops, bakeries, and greengrocers.

• Lalik Jan Market in Sector S contains a mini food street, toy shops mobile and accessories shops, pharmacies, and stationery shops.
• Ahmed Cash & Carry in Sector T and Care Mart in Sector M are good choices to shop for grocery and daily essentials.
• The Organic Shop in Sector Q is known for poultry and grocery items.

Markets in PHASE 3, DHA, LAHORE:

Y-Block Market in Phase 3, DHA, Lahore is notorious among the public and is the most favorite shopping choice for the nearby residents. The market features a variety of shops; banks, fitness centers, local and international eateries, phone and accessories, local and international brands, footwear stores, jeweler stores, salons, furniture, and home outlets, interior and architectural brands, etc.

• Some of the remarkable clothing brands present in Y- Block Market includes Breakout, Cross Stitch, Splash, Outfitters, Al-Karam, Khadi, Khas, Stoneage, Marks & Spencer, Almirah, Mango, Agha Noor, Levi’s, and ChenOne.
• ENEM Store located in Y-Block is a hub for brands like Zara, Diesel, Dune London, Michael Kors, etc.
•  Moreover, Y-Block Market also has shops for Kids such as Minnie Minors, Graco Baby Shop, and Mother Care.
• Likewise, DHA, Lahore Phase 3 incorporates Al-Fatah Shopping Mall that accommodates all possible varieties ranging from Personal or Baby Care to Electronics and fitness products and groceries as well.
• Potpourri, another famous one-stop-shop, operating since 1978. It contains a great range of stationery, toys, accessories for kids, furniture, groceries. In addition, it includes ready-to-wear dresses, household items, and accessories.
• Block Q contains Green Valley Express, Sector Y contains Esajee’s, and Jalal Son’s in Sector Z, all known for grocery shopping.
• Furthermore, Z-Block, Phase 3, DHA, Lahore also covers some well-reputed fashion brands like J., Sana Safinaz, Maria B, and Haroon. Then, some footwear outlets, notorious eateries, salons, bans, cosmetic/ Skincare brands like Body Shops are also functional here.
• W-Block Market features grocery stores and a men’s salon.

Markets in PHASE 4, DHA, LAHORE:

the Sectors CC, FF, HH, and GG are the primary choice for commercial activities. These sectors cover the outlets for grocery, architecture and design, home appliances and decor, clothing brands, electronics, tailors, supermarkets, marts, and retail shops.

• Top-notch brands found in Sector CC are Nishat Linen, So Kamal, Zeitgeist, and Adamz. Besides, JB Saeed Homes & Hardware, and 4 walls are reputed home stores. Additionally, the sector also includes salons, eateries, and fitness centers.
• Next, the Sector FF is known for Grooves Interior, Mohkam Interiors, and S. Abdullah Home pinned on Street no 8. Carte Blanche by Nabeel Ahmed, OPPO, and Samsung are some brands accessible in the sector.
• Also, in Sector DD, Al Fatah Local has one of its branches functioning.
• Finally, the sector GG has the Darzi Store, popular for its stitching services.

Markets in PHASE 5, DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Phase 5 like all other phases hosts well-reputed eateries and bakeries, fashion brands, coffee shops, educational and financial institutions, salons, and corporate offices.

• Jalal Sons, functional since 1948 is in Civic Commercial Area, Sector C. Al-Fatah Department Store, and Lulusar found in the same sector.
• HKB Express in Sector H and Grocers Express in Sector B are other available options for grocery shopping in DHA, Phase 5.

Markets in PHASE 6, DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Phase 6 have a variety of outlets for product and services also.

• K Block and All Fatah in Block H are a good option for groceries.
• Sector C contains Rainbow Cash & Carry, Check Point, and several eateries.
• Europa Supermarket, some furniture accessories, and home improvement stores are also operational in CCA.
• Furthermore, financial and educational institutes and salons for men and women are accessible too.

MOSQUES IN DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Lahore is the trendsetter in facilitating its residents with a comfortable lifestyle encompassing all basic and contemporary amenities. It has established many mosques in all phases and sub-sectors of DHA, Lahore. Most of the worshippers head over to Grand Mosques to offer Friday prayers and the society also makes special arrangements in Ramadhan, especially for the last 10-days and the tarawihs. Some of the small and grand mosques present in DHA, Lahore are listed below:

• Jamia Masjid ALLAH-o-AKBAR in Sector E is pinned on Main Boulevard in Phase 1, DHA, Lahore. The mosque can accommodate more than 2000 worshippers and contains a separate space for women to offer prayers.
• Phase 2 incorporates many mosques including, V Block Sector Masjid functional within a park and Q Block Masjid in Block Q, Phase 2, DHA, Lahore.
• Residents of phase 3 can easily access Jamia Masjid in Sector W.
• Similarly, residents of phase 5 can head over to G Block Masjid Fiqah Jafria in Sector G.
• Phase IV Jamia Masjid in Sector DD sited in Phase 4 for the residents.
• Phase 6 has Jamia Masjid in Sector L, famous for its iconic architecture, influenced by Persian and Central Asian work with several domes.

EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTES IN AND NEAR DHA, LAHORE:

Nelson Mandela quoted: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” DHA, Lahore has been a hub to several highly reputed educational institutes aimed to provide quality education to children and young adults – another reason for the limelight of DHA.  

Schools in DHA, Lahore:

Some of the well-known schools at DHA, Lahore are:

• Lahore Grammar School (LGS), one of the top-notch Cambridge institutes of Pakistan, has its two branches in DHA, Lahore, in Street 59 in Sector E, Phase 1 and Sector G, Phase 5.
• Another Cambridge institute named Roots IVY International School is functional in DHA, Lahore pinned in Sector G, Phase 5, DHA.
• Scarsdale International School found in Sector BB, Phase 4, DHA.
• The Future World School (FWS), a project of Roots Millennium School (RMS), is in Sector F of Phase 6, DHA, Lahore.
• Additionally, Beaconhouse School is renowned all over Pakistan and has a functional branch in Sector Y, Phase 3, DHA.
• Beaconhouse TNS, which works under Beaconhouse, is in Sector G, Phase 5 of DHA.
• Moreover, The City School is also functional in Phase 6, DHA, Lahore.
• The Lahore Alma School is found on Street 44 in Sector C, Phase 1, DHA.
• Allied School, Defence Campus is operational in Sector K, DHA Phase 1.
• Besides, DHA schools are another option for the residents of DHA, functional in various phases. Such as, DHA Kindergarten and DHA Senior School for Girls are in Sector G, Phase 5.
• DHA Senior School for Boys pinned in Sector S, Phase 2.
• DHA Junior Campus is sited in Sector Z, Phase 3.
• And, Defence Public School, situated at Lalik Chowk in Sector R, DHA, Phase 2.

   Colleges In and Near DHA, Lahore:

For intermediate education, some of the available options are:

• Defence Degree College (DDC) for Women in Sector FF, Phase 4.
• Defence Degree College (DDC) for Boys in Sector R, Phase 2.
• Roots Millennium College is operational in Sector F, Phase 6 Defence, Lahore.
• Moreover, Government Degree College for Women and Boys on Bedian Road is accessible within 9 minutes from Sector A, Phase 6, DHA, Lahore.

   Universities In and Near DHA, Lahore:

Residents living in and around DHA, Lahore, have the privilege to cherish the availability of some top leading universities present within the boundaries of the society for higher education. For instance,

• Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), recognized internationally, is sited in Sector U, Phase 5, DHA, Lahore.
• Lahore Garrison University (LGU) established by Pakistan Army in 2010, pinned in Sector C, Phase 6, DHA.
• The Millennium Universal College (TMUC) offers international degree programs ranging from undergraduate to postgraduate level. The campus is in Sector F, Phase 6, DHA.
• NH&MC College of Nursing pinned in Sector L, Phase 3, DHA.
• Moreover, Lahore Leads University (LLU) is reachable within 11 minutes from LUMS, on Lidher Road in Kamahan.
• Information Technology University (ITU) is around 7km away from Sector Y, Phase 3, DHA.
• Lahore Institute of Science & Technology is 11 minutes away from Defence Authority Office. The institute is present in Madina Park at Bhatta Chowk on Bedian Road.

BANKS IN DHA, LAHORE:

Banks are available in all phases of DHA, Lahore to ensure safe transactions by the residents.

 Banks in phase 1, DHA, Lahore:

Sector G hosts most of the banks including,

• First Women Bank
• Meezan Bank
• Bank Islami
• Summit Bank,
• United Bank Limited (UBL),
• Bank Al Habib,
• Bank Alfalah,
• Allied Bank Limited,
• Soneri Bank Limited

Whereas Sector H hosts:

• Al Baraka Bank
• Standard Chartered
• Habib Bank Limited (HBL)
• Faysal Bank

And Sector L hosts:

• The Bank of Punjab (BoP)

Banks in phase 2, DHA, Lahore:

Sector S is home to:

• Al Baraka Bank
• Allied Bank Limited
• MIB Bank (MCB Islamic Bank)

In contrast, Sector T is home to:

• JS Bank
• National Bank of Pakistan
• Habib Bank Limited (HBL)
• Bank Islami
• Muslim Commercial Bank (MCB)
• Bank Alfalah.

While Sector Q hosts:

• Meezan Bank

Banks in phase 3, DHA, Lahore:

Sector Y include:

• Bank Al Habib
• Bank Alfalah
• Meezan Bank
• JS Bank
• Alfalah Bank’s Islamic branch
• Sindh Bank
• Bank Islami
• Summit Bank
• Askari Bank (Islamic Banking)
• Bank of Khyber

Sector Z include:

• Bank Alfalah
• Bank of Punjab
• Standard Chartered
• National Bank of Pakistan
• Allied Bank
• Faysal Bank Islamic Branch
• MCB Islamic Bank
• Habib Bank Limited
• United Bank Limited (UBL)
• Samba Bank.

And Sector W contains:

• Dubai Islamic Bank

Furthermore, a branch of MoneyGram is in Sector Z.

Banks in phase 6, DHA, Lahore:

Sector A is the center of financial institutions:

• United Bank Limited (UBL)
• Muslim Commercial Bank (MCB)
• Faysal Bank
• Askari Bank
• Bank Alfalah
• Summit Bank
• Bank Al Habib
• Faysal Bank

Sector B hosts:

• Allied Bank
• Summit Bank
• Al Baraka Bank
• National Bank of Pakistan (NBP)

While Sector H has:

• JS Bank
• Meezan Bank

And Sector J hosts:

• Habib Bank Limited (HBL)
• ATM of Bank of Punjab

Banks in phase 8, DHA, Lahore:

• Muslim Commercial Bank (MCB) is sited in Block D
• Allied Bank Limited is pinned in Block (Air Avenue)
• Meezan Bank is situated in the Commercial Broadway.

Besides, Phases 4, 5, and 7 are also hosting a variety of banks.

CLINICS AND HOSPITALS IN DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Lahore has installed a large number of health facilities in almost all the phases and sectors to ensure stabilized health of the community and deal with any health emergency in time.

Clinics in DHA, Lahore:

• Children’s Orthopedic Clinic, pinned in Sector K, Phase 1. The clinic is accessible from Charar Pind Bus Stop, pinned on Ghazi Road, phase 2, within 3 minutes.
• Arizona Dental Practice sited in Commercial Y Block, Sector Y.
• Ali Retina Eye Clinic is on Street 4 in Sector Y.
• Diabetes Wellness Centre and KKT Orthopedic Spine Centre pinned in Commercial Area of Phase 3, DHA Lahore.
• KOZMATICS in Sector XX, Phase 2 are providing dermatological solutions.
• Defence Skin, Laser & Cosmetology Clinic is pinned on Ghazi Road, Sector Q in Phase 2.
• Bodevolution, a skincare clinic functional in DHA CCA, Phase 4.

Hospitals in DHA, Lahore:

• Akram Eye Hospital sited on Street 5 in Khayaban-e-Jinnah, Main Boulevard, Phase 3, DHA, Lahore.
• National Hospital & Medical Centre (NH&MC) facilitating medical services in Phase 1, DHA, Lahore since 1992.
• Genex Aadil Hospital pinned on the Main Boulevard of Phase 3, DHA, Lahore. The hospital is serving since 1987.
• DHA Medical Centre is also pinned in Phase 3, DHA, Lahore.
• Lahore Healthcare, established in 2003, is in Phase 3, DHA.
• The Lahore Aga Khan Hospital sited on Ghazi Road in Sector S, Phase 2, DHA.
• The Aga Khan Laboratory Collection Centre, installed in Sector K, Phase 1.
• Branches of Chughtai Lab are functional in phases 1,2, and 4.

LIFESTYLE IN DHA, LAHORE:

MALLS IN AND NEAR DHA, LAHORE:

Defence Housing Authority has saved its residents from the hustle and bustle of the city and provided them with all needed items and brands nearby. Besides markets and independent shops, there are numerous shopping malls in DHA, where branded and unbranded clothes, accessories, electronics, shoes, groceries, cosmetics jewelry, gift items, and other products are available under one roof.

• ENEM Mall sited on Street 8 in Phase 3, DHA, Lahore.
• Rafi Group’s Defence Shopping Mall is at the Main Boulevard of DHA, Lahore incorporating local shops for clothes, accessories, and home renovation.
• Avenue Mall is another shopping mall in DHA, Lahore pinned in P Block, main Ghazi Road, Phase 1.
• Moreover, the iconic Packages Mall, located on Walton Road in Nishtar Town. The mall is about 5km away from DHA Sports Complex in Sector XX, Phase 3.
• Furthermore, Amanah Mall Model Town Link Road in G.E.C.H.S., Phase 2 Muhammad Pura is hardly 8km away from DHA Sports Complex in Sector XX, Phase 3.

RESTAURANTS AND BAKERIES IN AND NEAR DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Lahore owns a variety of restaurants and bakeries that serves delicious Pakistani, Chinese, Thai, and Japanese cuisines to its customers. And they have undoubtedly enhanced the notability of DHA, Lahore across cities of Pakistan. Some of these restaurants are listed here:

• X2 Pan Asian pinned in Y Block, Phase 3 is famous for its Chinese cuisines.
• Sumo is serving Japanese food in Z Block, Phase 3.
• GAI’A Japanese Fusion, situated in the Commercial Area of Phase 5, Defence.
• Yum Chinese & Thai Restaurant is functional in Z Block, Phase 3.
• B. Q Tonight, sited in the Commercial Area of Sector Z, Phase 3.
• Thanda Garam-TG is shop number 8 on Street 17 in Sector Y, Phase 3, DHA
• Bundu Khan, situated on Street 22 in Sector Z, Phase 3.
• Bovinoes pinned in Sector FF, Phase 4.
• Sweet Affairs is present in the Civic Commercial Area, Phase 4.
• Smokey’s Texas Grill is an American Steak House located on Street 13, Y Block, Phase 3.

Eateries in Phase 1, DHA, Lahore, Sector H:

• Thalii Restaurant
• What Paratha
• AL Beirut Lebanese Cuisine
• Dumpukht Kada
• Cock ‘N’ Bull
• Subway
• KFC
• Pizza Hut
• McDonald’

Eateries in Phase 2, DHA, Lahore:

• The Burger Cart in Sector V
• Chao Pan Asian is also in Sector V
• KFC is in the commercial Sector H
• Hardee’s and OPTP are in Sector T

Eateries in Phase 3, DHA, Lahore:

• McDonald’s near Y Block Market
• Broadway Pizza and Subway on Street 10, Y block
• KFC, Domino’s Pizza, and Gourmet Grill are in Sector Z.
• Chop Chop Wok is pinned in Sector Z.
• Rina’s Kitchenette in the Commercial Area in Sector Y, Phase 3.
• Wasabi is serving in Sector Z.
• Nando’s is available in Sector Z, Commercial Area on Street 17.
• Dunkin Donuts, Coffee Planet, and Gloria Jean’s Coffee are also functional in Sector Z.

Eateries in Phase 4, DHA, Lahore:

• The Wok Pakistan, China Town/Jade Café, and Mei Kong are in Sector FF
• Wok This Way is sited in Civic Commercial Area, Block DD
• Naturals, an Organic Food Store is present in Sector FF.
• Café Portofino is pinned in the Civic Commercial Area in Block DD
• Subway in DD Block, Civic Commercial Area.

Eateries in Phase 5, DHA, Lahore:

• Veera 5 Thai & Chinese Cuisine on Street 1 in Sector C.
• Dock27, situated on Street 8, Sector C
• Covent Garden
• Gloria Jean’s is in Block J
• Mocca Coffee and Second Cup in Sector C
• The Delicatessen by Cosa Nostra in Civic Commercial Area
• KFC pinned in the Civic Commercial Area

Eateries in Phase 6, DHA, Lahore:

• Domino’s, Broadway Pizza, and Subway are accessible here
• Coffee Planet is functional on the Main Commercial Boulevard
• Gloria Jean’s is pinned in Sector H
• BLVD 56 pinned in Sector B
• Sweet Tooth sited in Sector J

Eateries in Phase 8, DHA, Lahore:

• Outpost BYOB (Build Your Own Burger) sited in Ex Park View, Block D
• The High End is also in Ex Park View, Block D

Bakeries in DHA, Lahore:

• La- Patisserie and Jalal Sons Bakery & Café in Sector Y, Phase 3. Jalal Sons also has a branch in Sector G, Phase 1
• Cakes & Bakes is spotted in Sector M, Phase 1
• Another branch of Cakes & Bakes is in Sector FF, Phase 4
• Gourmet Bakers & Sweets is accessible in Block T, Sector FF, Phase 4
• Opulence Bakery is in the Central Commercial Area, Sector C, Phase 5

OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, FITNESS, AND BEAUTY:

SPORTS FACILITIES AND FITNESS CENTRES IN DHA, LAHORE:

John F. Kennedy said, “physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body. It is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.” DHA, Lahore has considered the significance of physical fitness and facilitated the residents with many sports complexes, gyms, and academies in different phases.

• Mini Sports (TNS Ground) and K Ground in Phase 5, DHA are just 2 minutes’ drive away from Lahore Grammar School and University.
• Sports Complexes in Sector XX and Y in Phase 3.
• The sports complex in Sector L, Phase 1
• E-Sports Complex and F Sports Complex, operating in E and F Block of Phase 8.
• DHA Rugby and Football Stadium, sited in Sector K, Phase 5

Gyms in DHA, Lahore:

• SUMMIT Lifestyle Studio Gym is operational in Sector Y, Phase 3.
• Brick Gym & CrossFit, also situated in Sector Y, Phase 3.
• Convert Fitness Atelier is in Sector Z, Phase 3.
• ACTIVFIT is sited in the Commercial Area of Sector Z, Phase 3.
• Fitness Planet Gym & CrossFit Studio in Ex-Air Avenue, Phase 8.
• FitMark is found in Block DD, Phase 4.
• AimFit Fitness Studio is pinned in Sector C, Civic Commercial Area, Phase 5.
• Shapes is well known in the fitness industry, pinned in Sector G, Phase 5, DHA.

PARKS AND CLUBS IN DHA, LAHORE:

“Recreation and diversion are as necessary to our well-being as the more serious pursuits of life” (Brigham Young). And DHA, Lahore like all other needs have met this one as well by establishing several lush green parks in almost every phase with beautiful view, play areas and jogging tracks. Below is a list of some parks in DHA, Lahore:

• Sheeba Park in Sector Y, Phase 3.
• HH Park in Phase 4.
• Askari and CC Park are in Phase 4.
• H-Park in Phase 6
• Sector J Park is functional in Phase 5.
• Phase 8 Park in Block E of Park View CHS
• A park is found in Sector P, Phase 1, DHA also.

Clubs in DHA, Lahore:

• The Defence Club in J-Sector, Phase 1.
• The Defence Club in R-Sector, Phase 2
• Defence R Club on Street 7 in Sector R, Phase 2
• The Defence Club in FF-Sector, Phase 4
• Defence Raya Golf and Country Club in Phase 6

SALONS AND SPAS IN DHA, LAHORE:

Residents can avail different high-quality salons and spas for their desired services from trained staff and quality products. Some of the well-known salons include:

• Toni&Guy in Sector Z, Phase 3.
• Cosmo Salon in Sector Y, Phase 3.
• Uzma Ashfaq Bridal Studio in Z Bock, Phase 3.
• Madeehas Bridal Salon and Studio (Sector XX), Phase 3.
• Amina Z. Salon & Makeup Studio in Sector Y, Phase 3.
• Trimmers in Phase 2, DHA.
• The Kids’ Salon in Sector Y, Phase 3.
• The ZQ Salon and Spa is in Sector Z, Phase 3.
• Sonia’s Beauty Salon on the Main Boulevard, while Sahar’s Salon on Avenue 4, Sector-A, Phase 6.
• Bellezza Women’s Beauty Studio in Sector L, Phase 1
• Hadiqa Kiani Salon, Depilex Beauty Clinic & Institute, and The Lounge by Depilex Men are in Civic Commercial Area, Phase 4
• Salt Cave Spa at Street 11 in Sector Y, Phase 3.
• Nirvana Day Spa and Salon in Sector G, Phase 5.

CINEMAS IN AND NEAR DHA, LAHORE:

Moviegoers can head over to their nearest cinemas for the latest movies on their watch list.

• DHA Cinema in Sector R, Phase 2.
• Cinepax Cinema, based in Packages Mall, about 4 km from DHA Sports Complex in Sector XX, Phase 3.

SOCIAL EVENTS BY DHA, LAHORE:

DHA, Lahore hosts below listed events for the residents and non-residents of DHA.

• Jashan-e-Baharan
• Musical Nights
• Ghazal Nights
• Pet Show
• Dog Show,
• Grand Tambola
• Fitness Challenges
• Sports Activities

NEARBY AREAS:

• The Defence Raya Golf Resort & Club in Sector M, Phase 6
• Passion Art Gallery in Sector J, Phase 1
• Gamers Revolution in DD Block, Phase 4
• Transfinity VR in Phase 3
• Big Town Gaming Zone in Sector H, Phase 1
• Shalimar Bagh is about 25 minutes’ drive away from DHA Office in phase 6.
• Mini Zoo in Block E 2, Gulberg III is about 17 minutes’ drive away from DHA Sports Complex, Sector XX, Phase 3.
• The Battlefield (amusement park) on Ghazi Road in Khuda Buksh Colony is roughly 11 minutes’ drive away from Defence Lahore’s office, Phase 6.
• Moscow Water Park in Kamahan Village is at the same distance.
• Model Town Park is around 8 km away from DHA Sports Complex in Sector XX, Phase 3.
• Wonder World Pakistan on Qarshi Road in Block E 3, Gulberg III.
• Army Museum Lahore is 9 km away from National Hospital & Medical Centre, Sector L, Phase 1, Defence.

IMPORTANCE OF DHA, LAHORE FROM MAJOR LOCATIONS NEARBY:

• Phase 1 is 4km away from Cavalry Ground, Lahore
• Phase 3 is 3 minutes’ drive away from Nishtar Town
• Phase 6 is easily accessible from Barki Road and Bedian Road
• Phase 5 is near Lahore Ring Road
• Phase 2 is 1.6 km away from Cantt View Housing Scheme
• Phase 5 is in the neighborhood of Sui Northern Officer’s Co-operative Housing Society (SNOCHS) Phase 1
• Phase 6 is about 14 minutes’ drive away from Allama Iqbal International Airport