In the last leg of our Nainital Trip we had a one-day visit to Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh. Apart from the grand architectural edifices bearing the elegance of Mughal architecture what attracted me most is the gorgeous interior of Chota Imambara in the City of Nawabs.
There was a burst of color and opulence as we entered the main hall.
The Chota Imambara, also known as Hussainabad Imambara is a congregation hall for Shia Muslims located near the Bara Imambara in the heart of Lucknow in the state of Uttar Pradesh (UP). This beautiful monument was built by the third Nawab of Awadh, Muhammad Ali Shah, in 1838.
I was wonderstruck by the intricate calligraphic decorations on the exterior walls and a range of gorgeous Belgium-made chandeliers inside.
The hall is popularly called as the Palace of Lights because of these chandeliers which are lit during festivals.
The Imambara also houses the tombs of the Nawab and the royal family members. There are two beautiful replicas of Taj Mahal which are the mausoleums of his daughter and son-in-law.
The fountains and the reflections of pristine white tombs in the water and the beautiful surroundings – all gave a message of peace.
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such a royal feel! The colors are amazing!
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Yes…they are gorgeous!
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Gorgeous photos. I have not been to Chhota Imambara though. So great wandering through your post 🙂
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Thank you for encouraging words! Glad that you enjoyed the post. 🙂
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WOW, it is very beautiful with stunning chandeliers. You have taken amazing shots.
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Yes, those chandeliers are amazing! They caught all my attention as long as I was inside the imambara. 🙂
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Really Nice Post.Chota Imambara is smaller than the Bara Imambara. It was built in 1837. According to the legend, it was the brainchild of Mohammed Ali Shah.
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Thank you for dropping by and additional info 🙂
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Lucknow my home. How much these pictures make me nostalgic and I wanna go home. Whoever wants to have a trip to Lucknow can join me.
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Thanks for dropping by, Ruby. I surely want to visit the city again 🙂
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The next time you drop by let me know. If I am at home I will show you places which you will not find on any travel portal. The hidden beauty.
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Wow…that’s a great offer. Thank you very much Ruby. Sure I will 🙂
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So vibrant and colourful. Love those majestic chandeliers! Wonderful pictures Moon 🙂
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Thank you Maniparna 🙂 They are truly majestic. I wonder how glamorous it looks when they light up all these chandeliers!
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Wow! Grand chandeliers! Exquisite designs!
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Yes! I wish I could capture each one of them 🙂
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What a vibrant place. Beautiful chandeliers. This place offers a lot of photography opportunity. Even outside is serene.
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Absolutely! Unfortunately we were in such a hurry could take more pictures…secondly the sun was right above the head at 12:30-45. i wish I could visit either early morning or in the afternoon.
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You can always visit again , if you really want to go again 😉
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yes … I think I have to visit Lucknow again 🙂
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So you can go early next time 😀
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yeah…actually one day is not enough for a city like Lucknow
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yes, that is very true 🙂
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Such an interesting interior – a mix of great many styles.
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exactly! 🙂
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