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Culture & Heritage

• Architectural Blend: Mughal, Awadhi, British colonial, and modern styles
• Historic Monuments:
  • Bara Imambara – Built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula (1784); known for Bhool Bhulaiya (labyrinth)
  • Chota Imambara – Built by Muhammad Ali Shah; houses Islamic relics
  • Rumi Darwaza – Imposing 60-foot gate; icon of Lucknow
  • Residency – British-era complex; siege site during 1857 revolt
  • Dilkusha Kothi, Begum Hazrat Mahal Park
• Famous Gardens: Janeshwar Mishra Park, Ambedkar Memorial Park, Gomti Riverfront Park