The British Residency, which stands witness to the Revolt of 1857 must feature in the list of the most important Places to visit in Lucknow. The Residency Complex consists of several individual structures and is not only rich in history.
When you look for important Places to visit in Lucknow, then you will come across a place called ‘Chota Imambara’. This too is a historical spot built by Muhammad Ali Shah, the Nawab of Awadh in 1838. The Chota Imambara is an architectural marvel and its unique features are the chandeliers.
The Rumi Darwaza is a gateway between the Bara Imambara and the Chota Imambara. It is one of the few remaining examples of Awadhi architecture featuring a huge gateway that is sixty feet tall.
If you are looking for Tourist attractions in Lucknow that are rich in historical and cultural heritage, then you must pay a visit to the Chattar Manzil. Standing on the banks of the River Gomti, this palace has been home to the great Nawabs of Lucknow.