Lets visit Lucknow

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Top best places were you must be visit  

1. Bara Imambara

Bara Imambara is a striking monument that distinguishes itself from all the famous places in Lucknow. The historical landmark is a big complex consisting of the Asfi Mosque, the Bhul-bhulaiya and a Bowli. The Bowli (or maze) is the most popular part of the complex. The architecture resembles the ornamented Mughal design which does not include the use of iron or European architecture.

Location: Machchhi Bhavan, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 

Timings: Sunrise to Sunset; every day

Entry Fee: ₹ 25 for Indians; ₹ 500 for foreign nationals


2. British Residency 


The British Residency is a complex of buildings that once served as the residence of the British Resident General. Constructed in the last quarter of the 18th century, the place served home to over 3000 British residents during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Currently, the Residency is in ruins and is a protected monument under the Archeological survey of India.


Timings: 7:00 am to 6:00 pm; every day

Entry Fee: Free


3. Rumi Darwaza



When you want to witness the grandeur of the Awadhi style of architecture, make your way to the Rumi Darwaza, an imposing gateway located between Bara Imambara and Chota Imambara. This gateway built in 1784 by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula is about 60-feet tall and is generally used as the logo for Lucknow city. Since the gate is modeled after the Sublime Porte in Istanbul, it is sometimes referred to as the Turkish Gate.

Timings: 24×7

Entry Fee: Free 

4.Satkhanda, 


An iconic watchtower located in Lucknow, Satkhanda is an incomplete, four-storied structure that dates back to the 1800s. King Mohammed Ali Shah who started the construction of the building planned it to be a watchtower with seven stories but could complete only four due to his untimely demise. The design of this red-brick tower shows influences of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which makes it one of the interesting monuments to visit in Lucknow.

Timings: 24×7

Entry Fee: Free

5.Charbagh Railway Station


Railway stations don’t usually qualify as a tourist destination, do they? But the Charbagh Railway Station in Lucknow is an exception to this. Counted among the most iconic railway stations in India, it has a regal appearance, similar to that of a palace or mansion. The huge building features elements of Rajput, Awadhi and Islamic styles of architecture complete with minarets and domes. Don’t forget to click some pictures of this grand structure because you don’t get to see such stunningly designed railway stations every day.


Timings: 24×7

Entry Fee: Free



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