Built by Nawab Mohammad Ali Shah (1837-42), it is more ornate in design with exquisite chandeliers, gilt-edged mirrors, silver mimbar and colourful stuccos which adorn the interiors. A golden dome and fine calligraphy on the exterior of the building makes it a truly exceptional monument of Mughal architecture.
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| an interesting reflection |
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| Entry to the Chota Imambara |
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| above & the following photos show the Inside view of the Chota Imambara |
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| A buzy street scene |
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| Clock towers always make an interesting picture & when surrounded by Date Palms show a beautiful combo of natural & man made beauty. |
This 221 ft. high Clock Tower was built in 1887 to mark the
arrival of Sir George Couper, the first Lieutenant Governor of the United
Province of Awadh. . It is said to be identical in design to an ancient portal
at Constantinople. Its uppermost part consists of an eight faceted chhatri,
approachable by a staircase.
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| Rumi Darwaja |
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| wondering what this photo is doing???? Just to show the contrast between the exquisite workmanship of days gone by & our modern horrors......LOL! |
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| contrast with this interesting mausoleum |
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| A view of modern Lucknow |
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