Bara Imambara, Lucknow

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Bara Imambara is a famous palace Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh. The word Imambara means, the place for Imam or priest.

It is built in 18th century by Nawabh of Awadh.

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★★★★★

Parking Difficulty : High

Walking Needed : For 100 meters

Time Needed : 2-3 Hours

Open Timings : 9.00 AM to 3:00 PM

Still Photography : Allowed

Video Photography : Allowed

Cooler Climate for most part of the year.

Carry Umbrella

Wear Comfortable Shoes

Wear Cotton Dress with pullovers

Carry Binoculars

Nearest Railway Station : Kodai Road Railway Station

Nearest Airport : Madurai Airport

Nearest National Highway : NH32

Nearest Landmark : Kodai Market

It is constructed to celebrate the muslim festival of Muharam.

It is a marvel of engineering with splendid Mughal architecture without any blend of European style.

It consists of large hallways with ceiling upto 16 meters unsupported by beams.

Carry Mineral water bottle/Energy Drinks to last for 2 hours.

Carry Binocular/Camera

Wear Comfortable dress for climbing. It is a religious mosque and one has to remove slippers/shoes and you have to cover your head.

What are the special attractions ?

If offers a quiet ambience with luxury of yester year kings. The architecture is noteworthy without any use of metal or wood and the structure is made with interlocking stones. Besides, the maze on the second floor is a enticing network of narrow passageways winding its way inside the upper floor of the monument’s structure, eventually leading to the rooftop. It is said there are more than 1000 ways to get in but only two ways to get out.

Are there any official guides available ? audio tour ?

Yes. Local guides are available for INR 100 and above. You need to negotiate.

Any special shows conducted in weekends ?

No.

How to reach here ?

You can reach this Palace from any part of Lucknow by auto, cabs, car and local transport. KD Singh Metro Station is adjacent.

Are there parking facilities and entry ticket charges?

The tickets are available for combined entry for various buildings. It is INR 25 for Indian citizens and INR 300 for foreigners.

What are the palace timings?

The palace and mosque are open to tourist from 6.00 AM to 5.00 PM. It is closed during namaz time on Fridays.

Any interesting tidbits of history ?

This palace and mosque was constructed to provide employment and succor to the people. Over 10 million rupees were spent over a decade to build this palace.

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