Read More on Tomb of Saadat Ali Khan
History
The Maqbara of Nawab Saadat Ali Khan was built by his son as a memoir for his late father. The tomb is located close to the Begum Hazrat Mahal Park. It houses the Nawab of Awadh, Saadat Ali Khan, and his favorite wife, Khurshid Zadi. Saadat Ali Khan was the ruler of Awadh from 1794 to 1814 AD, during this period the British ruled large parts of Lucknow and were becoming more powerful with each passing day.
Architecture
Being one of the best tourist spots in Lucknow, the tomb of Saadat Ali Khan and his wife Khurshid Zadi is not to be missed out on. And one of the major reasons for it being one of the best places is due to its splendid architecture.
It is decorated with lime plaster, and the walls are built using Lakhori bricks while the floors are made of sandstone. The entrance to the tom has a rectangular verandah with intricately carved arched doorways. The floor of the tomb is made of rare and precious black and white marble tiles, much like the chess pattern. The tomb has a hemispherical dome with a symmetrical shape which is topped by an inverted lotus.
Activities
- Explore the splendid architecture - The tomb is a beautiful amalgamation of the Indian and Islamic styles of architecture. Soak in the beauty of these styles by exploring the tomb.
- Take photographs - The architecture of this place makes it a heaven for photographers. You can click beautiful pictures of the tomb.
Tips for visiting
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
- Vidhan Bhawan
- Jain Temple
- La Martiniere
- Buddha Temple
- Shaheed Smarak
- Dilkusha
- Lord Hanuman Temples of Aliganj
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.
- Janpath Market- The market has a range of items Chikankari sarees, footwear, fashion garments, woolens, jewelry, and perfumes.
- 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 Tomb of Saadat Ali Khan
- The tomb of Saadat Ali Khan was Built by his son to memorialize his father as Nawab Wazir of Oudh.
- The tomb is a beautiful blend of Indian and Islamic architectural styles.
- It is decorated with lime plaster, and the walls are built using Lakhori bricks while the floors are made of sandstone.
