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Tourist Destination |
Residency Building
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City |
Lucknow |
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State |
Uttar Pradesh |
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Location |
North India |
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About:
The Residency, was built during 1780 and 1800 AD when Nawab Saadat Ali Khan II was the ruler of Awadh. It is a group of various buildings and served as a Residence for the British Resident General who was a representative in the court of the Nawab. It is located in the centre of the city of Lucknow also known as the city of Nawabs with other munuments like Shaheed Smarak, Tehri Kothi and High Court Building. Between 1 July 1857 and 17 November 1857 the Residency was subject to the Siege of Lucknow, part of the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The Residency now exists as ruins.
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How to reach
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Nearest Airport: Lucknow Airport Nearest Railway Station: Lucknow Nearest Bus Station: Lucknow
Nearest Bus Station: Ajanta Foot Cave
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Opening Hours |
Opening Time: 06:00 AM Closing Time : 06:00 PM |
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Temperature |
During winter 05°C to 14°C and During summer 21°C to 46°C |
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Best Time to Visit |
October to March |
Monument: Residency Building
Indian Fees: Rs. 15/-
SAARC: Rs. 15/-
BIMSTEC: Rs. 15/-
FOREIGNER: Rs. 200/-