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History
Shah Najaf Imambara's history is really simple and not so grand. The monument is known to be a copy of an Iraqi tomb of Najaf-e-Ashraf. This Imambara was established in the honor of Hazrat Ali. It was built under the supervision of Awadh’s first king Ghazi-Ud-Din Haider in 1816-1817. In the premise of this architectural marvel reside the remains of Nawab Ghazi-Ud-Din Haider and his three beloved wives.
Architecture
The huge and thoughtfully made Shah Najaf Imambara Lucknow, has white marble used in its flooring from the entrance gate to the doors of the Imambara. Shah Najaf Imambara’s structure was built using materials like rice husk, Lahori bricks, and almond lime.
A long passage leads to the verandah is beautifully shaped and designed, it is soothing to the eyes. As you start walking you will come across various doors, windows and walkways. The remains of the Nawab rest under the central dome in a large hall. Some beautifully carved mirrors have been brought to use to decorate the walls around the tombs.
Activities
- Offer prayers and seek blessings.
- After visiting the Shah Najaf Imambara, Lucknow you can also visit the nearby tourist attractions.
- You can enjoy a meal at the nearby cafes and restaurants.
- Stop by the local market and shop till you drop.
Tips for visiting
- Wear appropriate clothes while visiting this place.
- Do not litter around and keep the place clean.
- Do not create any kind of ruckus and keep calm.
Best time to visit
The most suitable time to visit Lucknow is from September to March. This is when a lot of tourists can be seen roaming around the streets of Lucknow. During this time you can freely explore Lucknow without being bothered by the heat.
Nearby Atractions
- Bara Imambara
- The Residency
- Chhatar Manzil
- Rumi Darwaza
Nearby market/ shopping places
- Hazratganj- This market is full of life and a paradise for young shoppers. Here you can purchase good quality products at reasonable rates. In this area, you will come across large shopping malls, factory outlets, ethnic wear stores, and restaurants. Here things are offered at a fixed price and the market is closed on Sundays.
- Chowk- This market is close to bada Imambara and offers a huge variety of products to purchase. Here one can try their luck at bargaining. Some of the goods that you can purchase from this market are attar, wall paintings, chikankari fabrics, footwear, and zardozi garments too. The market is closed on Thursdays.
Nearby Hotels
- Arif Castles
- Hotel Silvete
- India Awadh
- Hotel D Silver Leaf
- Hotel Gemini Continental
Interesting Facts About Shah Najaf Imambara
The Nawab of Awadh signed an agreement that stated that the British Government will maintain the mausoleum and he also paid them a hefty amount for the decorations.
