Lucknow | 23.02.2020 | 10:00 am ~ 11:30 am

Revisiting the Nawabi Times at Imambara

About the walk

This event is ticketed.

Lucknow, a city known for nawabs and kebabs, is abound with cultural heritage. One highlight of this city’s heritage is the Bara Imambara. A major landmark and a symbol of the pride and grandeur of Lucknow, the beautiful structure encompasses mysteries and histories worth delving into. The building was commissioned by Lucknow’s fourth nawab, Asaf-Ud-Daula, during the drought year of 1784 AD to help the poor make a living. It is also a place of congregational prayer and the Muharram majlis (mourning of Muharram). Architecturally, it makes a mark by having an arched ceiling without the support of beams or pillars. The Imambara is also known for its fascinating bhoolbhulaiya (maze) which contains  489 identical doorways. Along with this, the complex also contains the Asfi mosque and a baoli ( stepwell).  

 

 

Meeting Time
09:45 am
Event Date
Event Time
10:00 am ~ 11:30 am

About the walk

This event is ticketed.

Lucknow, a city known for nawabs and kebabs, is abound with cultural heritage. One highlight of this city’s heritage is the Bara Imambara. A major landmark and a symbol of the pride and grandeur of Lucknow, the beautiful structure encompasses mysteries and histories worth delving into. The building was commissioned by Lucknow’s fourth nawab, Asaf-Ud-Daula, during the drought year of 1784 AD to help the poor make a living. It is also a place of congregational prayer and the Muharram majlis (mourning of Muharram). Architecturally, it makes a mark by having an arched ceiling without the support of beams or pillars. The Imambara is also known for its fascinating bhoolbhulaiya (maze) which contains  489 identical doorways. Along with this, the complex also contains the Asfi mosque and a baoli ( stepwell).  

 

 

Led By

Stuti Mishra

Meeting Time

09:45 AM

Meeting point

Main gate of Bara Imambara

Disclaimer

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Please Note

  • Entry fee to the monument of Rs 25 is to be borne by the participant.
  • You may carry cameras and notebooks. Camera charges are Rs. 5 per camera, to be borne by the participant. 
  • Please wear comfortable shoes and carry water.
  • Limited parking is available at the meeting point; public transport is advisable.