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Bada Imambara: A well known landmark in Lucknow, Bada Imambara (also called Asafi Imambara) was built by Asaf-ud-Daula in the year 1784 as a part of the famine relief project.  A number of labourers were appointed to build this Imambara. An Imambara is a big vaulted hall with a length of 50 m and a height of 15 m. The famous 'Bhul Bhulaiyan' (Labyrinth) is part of Bada Imambara complex. The complex also includes a mosque, which has two tall minarets in the courtyard. Non-Muslims are not allowed inside the mosque.

Jami Masjid: The mosque was started by Mohammed Shah but he could not see the completion of the mosque and died in 1840. The mosque was later completed by his wife. Jami Masjid is the largest mosque of Lucknow. The mosque has wonderful paintings on the ceilings with the leaf and fruit bowl patterns. The Jami Masjid is located on the western side of the Hussainabad Imambara.

Rumi Darwaza: Like Imamabadas, the Rumi Darwaza was also built as a relief work during the famine of 1783 by Asaf-ud-Daula. He also built a number of historical monuments during his time.

Hussainabad Imambara: Also known as Chhota Imambara, this was built by Mohammed Ali Shah in 1837. It is believed to be the mausoleum of Mohammed Ali Shah and other members of his family. The Imambada has a silver faced throne and its walls are decorated with Arabic calligraphy. Just outside is the unfinished watchtower called ‘Satkhanda’ or seven storeys. Only four of the floors were completed.

Ayodhya: The birth place of Lord Rama is about 140 kms away. Ayodhya has a large number of temples all over the town. Ayodhya is easily accessible by buses and taxis that run from the Lucknow city. Once can also take state transport bus or can hire a car to reach Ayodhya.
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Sravasti: Situated 170 kms northwest of Lucknow, Sravasti is Buddhist pilgrimage center. The Buddhist monastery - Jetavana is an important site to visit here, as it is believed that Lord Buddha preached here after he got his enlightenment.
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Kanpur: 80 kms from Lucknow is Kanpur, a modern industrial city of Uttar Pradesh. One of the first cotton mills of the country was set up here. The city also has some historical monuments.
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Faizabad: Situated 124 kms from Lucknow and once the capital of Avadh – Faizabad is well known for its bangles and glass-work. Faizabad is easily accessible by both train and bus. Faizabad houses Fort Calcutta built by the third Nawab of Avadh, Suja-ud-Daula and is also home to the mausoleums of Bahu Begum and Gulab Bari.
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By Air: Lucknow is well connected by direct and indirect flights from major cities in India.

By Rail: Lucknow Junction is well connected to Delhi by the Lucknow Mail and Shatabdi, to Mumbai by the Pushpak Express and to Kolkata by the Doon and Amritsar Express trains.

By Road: Lucknow is connected direct to New Delhi by NH 24. The city is linked to NH2 that connects Delhi to Kolkata via Agra, Varanasi and Allahabad.
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