Read More on Sikandar Bagh
History
The history of this garden dates back to the 1800s when its foundation was laid as a royal garden by the then Nawab, Saadat Ali Khan. In 1827, the royal garden was improved upon by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah as his summer residence. The Bagh has a rich historical significance for it played a crucial role during the Indian Rebellion in 1857. It was used as a stronghold of sepoy mutineers and acted as a barrier in the way of the Commander-in-Chief Sir Colin Campbell's route to relieve the conquered Residency. However, during the rebellion, the two of the mighty gateways that were the entry and exit points of Sikandar Bagh were destroyed.
Architecture
The bagh is spread across 4.5 acres of land made of Lakhauri bricks and houses a mosque, a garden, and a small wooden pavilion for performers in the middle of the garden. The architecture of the villa is a unique amalgamation of Indian and Persian styles, with beautiful arches, pillars, pagodas, and all the intricacies.
Activities
- Explore the villa and the garden - You can get a glimpse of the beautiful amalgamation of Indian and Persian styles of architecture by taking a tour of this place. Understand the historical and cultural significance of taking a guided tour here.
- Take photographs - You can click beautiful pictures of the bagh and keep the memories of your visit here in a photograph.
Tips for visiting
Although the city is a year-round destination, if you want to avoid the hot sun and humid climate, the best time to visit is in September-March as during this time weather remains cold and you can enjoy this place.
Best time to visit
Although the city is a year-round destination, if you want to avoid the hot sun and humid climate, the best time to visit is in September-March as during this time weather remains cold and you can enjoy this place.
Nearby Atractions
- The Residency
- Chhatar Manzil
- Indira Gandhi Planetorium
- 1857- Memorial Museum Residency
- Haathi Park
Nearby market/ shopping places
- Visitors can explore the following market/shopping places on their visit to Lucknow -
- Hazratganj- It has shopping malls and showrooms that house Chikankari, hand-made kurtas/Kurtis, embroidered sarees, ornaments, and khadi.
- Yahiyaganj- The market has a range of items Metal utensils, crackers, cosmetics, toys, kitchen utilities, etc
- Nakhas- It is a 200-year-old market that sells everything from garments, electronics, kitchen items, and other consumer goods.
Nearby Hotels
- Radisson Lucknow City Center
- Hotel Casa Aishbagh
- Golden Tulip
- The Grand Radiant
Interesting Facts About Sikandar Bagh
- The garden was built by the last Nawab, Wajid Ali Shah in 1882, as a summer residence.
- The garden was used as one of many strongholds of sepoy mutineers during the Indian Rebellion, for their siege of the British Residency in Lucknow.
- During this brutal Seige of Lucknow, two of the mighty gateways that were the entry and exit points of Sikandar Bagh were destroyed.
- The architecture of the villa is a unique amalgamation of Indian and Persian styles.
