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Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), Lucknow
Maharishi Valmiki International Airport (AYJ), Ayodhya
Ayodhya Junction Railway Station (AY)
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Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO), Lucknow
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Gulab Bari, meaning the “Garden of Roses,” is a captivating monument in the historic city of Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India. This exquisite tomb, commissioned by Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula himself during his lifetime, stands as a testament to the Nawabi architectural brilliance. It is surrounded by a lush green garden adorned with a variety of roses, which were the Nawab’s favourite flowers.
Gulab Bari has been declared of National Importance under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act 1958. Some of its fascinating architectural features include:
The central chamber houses the cenotaphs of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula and his mother. The tomb stands in the center of a Charbagh Garden, complete with fountains and shallow water channels.
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The tomb is approached through an imposing gateway. Its square double-storeyed structure features arched verandahs on each side. The upper storey boasts a three-arched façade adorned with minarets at the corners.
The dome of the central chamber is crowned by an inverted lotus and a metal finial, adding elegance to the mausoleum.
The monument is surrounded by an enclosure wall made of Lakhauri bricks, lime-plastered, and adorned with plaster mouldings. Within this enclosure, you’ll find the mosque Imambara, Shahi Hammam, Baradari, and a well.
Gulab Bari is not merely a tourist spot; it is a place of worship and cultural events. Locals, especially from the Muslim community, consider it holy. The monument’s connection to a boali (stepwell) in Lucknow adds to its mystique.
