Masti Gate, also historically known as Masjidi Gate and Akbari Darwaza, is a significant architectural element of the Lahore Fort.

It is situated on its southeastern side within the area known as Akbar’s Quadrangle

 The gate was constructed in 1566 AD by the Mughal Emperor Akbar as part of the early phase of fort development.

The name "Masti Gate" is believed to have evolved from the word "Masjidi" or the regional variation "Masiti," referencing its proximity to the Mosque of Maryam Zamani.

This mosque, built in 1614 AD by Empress Maryam Zamani, the wife of Akbar and mother of Jahangir, is located directly opposite the gate and remains standing to this day.

The gate is a massive structure built with a distinctly military character.

It consists of a central wooden gate flanked on either side by two massive semi-octagonal bastions.

These bastions are symmetrically balanced and are divided into multiple panels with recessed niches and pointed arches

The gate itself is made of heavy timber, reinforced with iron cladding and large spiked metal studs

Masti Gate remains one of the oldest features of Lahore Fort