The Bara Imambara is known for its incredible maze called Bhulbhulaiya. This is located in the upper floor of the monument. A stairway leads to this level. One can view a scenic panorama of the city from the top of this monument, which is absolutely breath-taking. The Bhulbhulaiya is a must see and the best way to find your way out without getting lost is by hiring a guide. It is said that great treasures are hidden in the secret tunnels of this maze. The monument remains open from morning 6am to evening 5pm.
The
Bara Imambara was built in the year 1784 by the fourth Nawab of
Awadh known as Asaf-ud-Daula. It was built as a part of a relief
project for a major famine that took place in the year 1784. The
Bara Imambara of Lucknow is one of the most famous monuments of this
place. It is also called Asfi Imambara after the name of the Nawab
of Lucknow who got it constructed. It is an important place of
worship for the Muslims who come here every year to celebrate the
religious festival of Muharram.
| Location: |
Lucknow, India |
| Year of Construction: |
1784 (18th Century) |
| Significance: |
Religious Muslim monument |