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Places of Interest in Lucknow |
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Bara Imambara: Bara Imambara is an imambara complex in Lucknow, India, built by [Asaf-ud-Daula]], Nawab of Lucknow, in 1784. It is also called the Asafi Imambara.Bara means big, and an imambara is a shrine built by Shia Muslims for the purpose of Azadari. The Bara Imambara is among the grandest buildings of Lucknow. The complex also includes the large Asfi mosque, the bhulbhulayah (the labyrinth), and bowli, a step well with running water. Two imposing gateways lead to the main hall. Bara Imambara is a very big Masjid |
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Ambedkar Memorial : Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar Samajik Parivartan Prateek Sthal (also known as Ambedkar Memorial, Ambedkar Park) is a memorial dedicated to the glory of Phule, Narayan Guru, Shahuji Maharaj, Bhimrao Ambedkar, Kanshi Ram and other Dalit icons. It is the world's first of its kind which is dedicated to Dalit leaders. It stands as a symbol for Dalit empowerment and dignity. This memorial is constructed by Mayawati, the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh during the regime of BSP at Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. The entire memorial is built using red sandstone imported from Rajastan. |
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Aurangzeb's mosque : During his rule, 1658 to 1707 C.E., Aurangzeb expanded the Mughal empire through prolonged wars of conquest, mostly in the Deccan. In 1707, at the age of 88, Aurangzeb was buried in the Deccan town of Khuldabad in a simple tomb. A staunchly religious man who disavowed the more tolerant policies of his ancestors (see below), Aurangzeb enforced Sharia law for all, forbade drinking and gambling, and reinstated the hated jizya tax on all non-Muslims. |
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State Museum : Lucknow the culturally rich city in Uttar Pradesh abounds in several types of tourist attractions. All the sites enjoy distinguished position and offer feast for eyes. If some sites are famous for their intricate architectural magnificence then there are some sites that draw attention for their connections with the royal past. Truly speaking, a remarkable distinction between the sites can easily be perceived. Of the different types of the places of tourist interest, museums in Lucknow are visited most. However, the one that has risen into immense popularity among them is the State Museum in Lucknow.
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| Qaiser Bagh Palace : Lucknow has already made its mark as the most-visited tourist destinations in Uttar Pradesh. In fact it has given a huge boost to Uttar Pradesh tourism. Lucknow, the cultural capital of Uttar Pradesh is renowned for a number of tourist attractions among which the monuments in Lucknow feature in a big way. Kaiserbagh Palace in Lucknow is one of the most popular memorials in Lucknow that is a tourist favorite. The construction of Lucknow's Kaiserbagh Palace is credited to Wajid Ali Shah, the successor of Muhammad Ali. |
| Chattar Manzil : One of the imposing structures built by the Nawabs of Lucknow, Chattar Manzil is a very famous tourist attraction of Lucknow. The most unique thing about the Chattar Manzil of Lucknow is the strikingly different architecture. The most prominent feature of this grand structure is the Umbrella-shaped dome from which it has derived its name.The construction also has some elements of the European architecture thus proving that it must have been pretty much influenced by the modern style of architecture of Europe.
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| Clock Tower : Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh and once the city of Nawabs. Lucknow is acclaimed all over for its rich heritage, the refined way in which its people converse, the sophisticated tastes and otherwise that is so much a part of Lucknow. Monuments in Lucknow outshined in the use of arches, pavilions and domes. Many of the imperial residences built by the British to house their troops and officials during the mutiny of 1857 are now under damage. |
| Sikandar Bagh : Sikandar Bagh, formerly known by the British as Sikunder/Sikandra/Secundra Bagh, is a villa and garden enclosed by a fortified wall, with loopholes, gateway and corner bastions, approx. 150 yards square, c. 4.5 acres, located in the city of Lucknow, Oudh, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was built by the last Nawab of Oudh, Wajid Ali Shah (1822-1887), as a summer residence. The name of the villa signifies '"Garden of Sikandar", perhaps after Alexander the Great,[2] whose name lives on in this form in these parts , or perhaps after Sikandar Mahal Begum, the Nawab's favourite wife. |
| Rumi Darwaza : Kheer Bhawani is a temple dedicated to the Goddess Kheer Bhawani (originally just Bhawani) constructed over a sacred spring .The worship of Kheer Bhawani is universal among the Hindus of Kashmir. The temple is situated at a distance of 14 miles east of Srinagar near the village of Tula Mula. The term kheer refers to rice pudding that is offered in the spring to propitiate the Goddess, which became part of the name of the temple. As is the custom with Hindu deities, she has many names: Maharagya Devi, Ragnya Devi, Rajni, Ragnya Bhagwati, and so on. |
| Chhota Imambara : Chhota Imambara , also known as Hussainabad Imambara is an imposing monument located in the city of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. Built by Muhammad Ali Shah, The third Nawab of Avadh in 1838[1], it was to serve as his own mausoleum. It is also known as the Palace of Lights because of its decorations during special festivals.The chandeliers used to decorate the interior of this building was brought from Belgium. Thousands of labourers worked on the project to gain famine relief. |
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| Ambedkar Gram Vikas Vibhag, Uttar Pradesh |
| Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Department, Uttar Pradesh |
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Physical and Human Geography
Area:79 sq. km.
Population: 1731224 (1991 census)
Altitude: 123 mtrs above sea level
Language Spoken: Hindi, English and Urdu.
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