What After Bara Imambara? 10 Historic Structures You Must Visit in Lucknow |
Lucknow, the historic capital of the Awadhs, and a land famed for its Ganga-Jamuni tehzeeb, has seen the confluence of different cultures and religions for centuries. The footprints of this convergence remain in the city even today — in its streets, its food, its people, and its historic landmarks.
One such landmark is the Bara Imambara, the famous congregation hall that was built to provide relief during the famine. The monument comprises Shahi Bowli, Asfi Mosque, and is primarily known for its incredible maze – Bhool Bhulaiya. The glorious structure is frequented by devotees and tourists all year round, and is among the city’s most famous attractions today.
But Lucknow’s peculiarity lies in the fact that this hall is only one facet of its rich and vivid history. Here are 10 places that you must visit when you’re in Lucknow next for a peak into the eras gone by:
One such place with great historical significance is Musa Bagh, which became the last stronghold of Indian troops under the leadership of Begum Hazrat Mahal in 1857, before its final capture by the British.
Located at the west end of Lucknow, the monument was built in 1903-04 by Saadat Ali Khan, the sixth nawab of Awadh to serve as a country retreat. The structure is picturesque, with green fertile fields and forest, and has an impressive Indo-European style monument.
Though in ruins now, its striking architecture is a window into its glorious past. The remains include four floors in one portion and two separate floors in another portion. Two big sections with a domed roof and a roofless structure have sunk beneath the ground, but can be seen at the........