Is Bara Imambara open tomorrow?
The monument is open all days of the week from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
What is Imambara?
An “Imambara” or an “Imambargah” means (House of Imam or Court of Imam); this word is a North Indian origin. An Imambara is a place or a building with a hall where people assemble for “Majlis” (Mourning Congregations) of Imam Husain and Martyrs of Karbala.
Who built Bara Imambara?
Asaf-ud-Daula
| Bara Imambara | |
|---|---|
| Geographic coordinates | 26°52′08.77″N 80°54′46.39″ECoordinates: 26°52′08.77″N 80°54′46.39″E |
| Architecture | |
| Founder | Asaf-ud-Daula |
| Completed | 1784 |
Who built the Bara Imambara Why was it built?
Bara Imambara was constructed by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daulah in 1784. In order to employ people during the 11-year famine, the nawab planned to build it. The famine affected the nobles and the common people. Kifayatullah was the architect and designer of the monument who came from Delhi and designed it.
How long does it take to visit Bara Imambara?
2-3 hours
2-3 hours is sufficient but Please visit at morning time to avoid crowd.
Is Bhool Bhulaiyaa open today?
Bhool-Bhulaiya Lucknow can be visited during timings 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM. The entry fees for Indian Nationals are INR 40 per person for adults and 20 INR per child.
Why was imambara built?
Construction of Bara Imambara was started in 1785, a year of a devastating famine, and one of Asaf-ud-Daula’s objectives in embarking on this grandiose project was to provide employment for people in the region for almost a decade while the famine lasted.
Who made Bhool Bhulaiya?
Nawab Asaf-Ud-Daula
It is called as the ‘bhool-bhulaiya’ meaning labyrinth. It was built by the fourth Nawab of the Awadh Province, Nawab Asaf-Ud-Daula. It took fourteen years to complete this structure. It was built with a noble intention.
Who built Bhool Bhulaiya?
Why was Imambara made?
Construction of the imambara (and the neighbouring Rumi Darwaza) began in 1784 as part of famine relief. The region was in the grip of a severe drought and food was scarce. That way, he also ensured that there was work to last the duration of the famine.
What is the importance of Bara Imambara?
It is an important place of worship for the Muslims who come here every year to celebrate the religious festival of Muharram. The Bara Imambara has a unique style of construction. The central hall of Bara Imambara is said to be the largest arched hall in the world.
Is Imambara Lucknow open?
1784
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