Lucknow: Just as Delhi’s identity is India Gate, similarly Lucknow’s identity is Rumi Gate. This is the signature building of Lucknow. It was built in 1784 by the fourth Nawab( Nawabs) of Awadh, Asaf-ud-daulah. At that time there was a severe famine and people were suffering from starvation. In such a situation, he got the Bada Imambara and Rumi Gate constructed as a relief project. Many films and songs have also been shot at Rumi Gate. People coming to Lucknow do not forget to see it. It is free to visit here.
The country’s tallest clock tower: The country’s tallest clock tower is present in Lucknow. Yes, whose height is 221 feet. This bell tower was built in 1881 by Nawab Naseer Uddin Haider to welcome George Cooper. George was the first lieutenant governor of the United States. Then this clock tower was built at a cost of Rs 1.75 lakh. Its construction work was completed in 1887. Clock Tower is a major attraction for tourists coming from every corner of the country and abroad. It is also free to visit here.
Bada Imambara: Lucknow is incomplete without Bada Imambara. More than 5000 tourists from India and abroad reach here daily. The ticket here is 50 rupees, but roaming here is the most interesting. Bara Imambara has recently been beautified by the Archaeological Department, due to which its beauty is now visible. Its construction was also done by Nawab Asaf-ud-daulah.
Residency: The Residency located in Lucknow, the city of Nawabs, still holds within itself the memories of the mutiny against the British. The residency built in Kaiserbagh is spread over 33 acres. The Residency was built in 1774 by Shujauddaulah, the Nawab of Awadh. The Residency was built on a high mound only at the behest of the British Residency. The Nawabs of Awadh used to give hospitality to the English residents. Residency is still the first choice for foreign tourists to visit Lucknow. The ticket here is 25 rupees for Indian tourists, while it is 300 rupees for foreign tourists.
Chhota Imambara: Both Chhota Imambara and Shahi Snan are the pride of old Lucknow. Whenever it comes to Lucknow or old Lucknow, the mention of Chhote Imambara definitely comes. Talking about the small Imambara, apart from the royal bath, it also has chandeliers imported from Belgium. It was built in 1838 by Mohammad Ali Shah Bahadur, the third Nawab of Awadh. Its ticket costs Rs 25 for children, Rs 50 for adults and Rs 500 for foreign tourists.
Haunted Kothi: Dilkusha Kothi was once a famous hunting ground and summer retreat for the Nawabs of Awadh, but today the people of Lucknow know that Kothi as a haunted house. Although this Kothi has become ruins, but its name is also included in the beautiful and recognizable buildings of Lucknow. It is free to visit here.