The Forest Railway
A heritage narrow-gauge line, once used for logging, now a gentle ride deep into the trees.
Hand-planted in 1866 · Kasur District, Punjab
Step Into Pakistan's Green Heart
Changa Manga is one of the largest hand-planted forests on Earth — 12,510 acres of shade, birdsong and heritage, just 74 km from Lahore. This is your independent guide to visiting it well.
🌲 12,510 acres 🚂 Heritage forest railway 🦅 WWF vulture centre
1866
Year planted by British foresters
12,510
Acres of irrigated plantation
74 km
South-west of Lahore
2 ft
Gauge of the forestry railway
Source: Punjab Forest, Wildlife & Fisheries Department · see references
Why Visit
Four Reasons Families Keep Coming Back
A working forest with a big heart — part open-air museum, part playground, entirely refreshing.
Lunar Lake Boating
Paddle boats on a quiet forest lake — the signature afternoon memory of every visit.
Wildlife & Birds
Jackals, mongooses, partridges and peacocks — plus Pakistan's only vulture breeding centre.
Picnics & Bridges
Shady lawns, a pagoda, suspension and cantilever bridges — a full day of simple joys.
The Forest Guide
Two Dacoits, One Forest, 150+ Years of Shade
In the 1860s the British planted this forest to supply timber for Pakistan's expanding railways. Today it stands as one of the largest man-made forests in the world — named, legend says, after two infamous outlaw brothers. Discover its full story, its wildlife, and what to see.
Read the Forest Guide
From the Journal
Latest Stories & Guides
Keep the Forest Green: A Responsible Visitor's Guide to Changa Manga
Litter, wildlife distance, plastic, noise and respect — small visitor choices that decide whether Changa Manga stays healthy for the next 150 years.
When to Visit Changa Manga: A Season-by-Season Guide
Spring, summer, monsoon or winter — what each season does to Changa Manga forest, and how to pick the best date for your visit from Lahore.
A Perfect Family Day Trip to Changa Manga: Sample Itinerary
A tested one-day plan for visiting Changa Manga forest with family — timings, activity order, food breaks and honest tips for a smooth trip from Lahore.
Gallery
A Glimpse of the Green
Artist's impressions while we prepare our photo library. Real, licensed photographs of Changa Manga will replace these soon.
Ready to Breathe Some Forest Air?
Get the practical details right first — routes, seasons, packing lists and honest advice about what to confirm on arrival.
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