Imambara Lucknow 2025: History, Timings And Ticket
Updated on : 02 July 2025

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About Bara & Chota Imambara
The Imambara complex includes:
- Bara Imambara: Built in 1784 by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula as a famine relief project.
- Chota Imambara: Constructed by Muhammad Ali Shah in 1838 as a congregation hall and mausoleum.

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Historical Background
Structure | Historical Significance |
---|---|
Bara Imambara | Built to provide work during famine; houses the famous Bhul Bhulaiya maze |
Chota Imambara | Also called Hussainabad Imambara; richly decorated with chandeliers and gilded interiors |
Architecture and Highlights
Feature | Description |
---|---|
🕌 Bhul Bhulaiya | Vast labyrinth in Bara Imambara |
🏛️ Central Hall | Huge vaulted central chamber, one of the world's largest arched constructions without beams |
💡 Chandeliers | Opulent glass chandeliers at Chota Imambara |
🌙 Mausoleums | Burial sites of Nawabs within the complex |
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Imambara Timings 2025
Day | Opening Hours |
---|---|
Monday – Sunday | 6:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
Special Events (e.g., Muharram) | Timings extended; check local announcements |

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Entry Fees and Tickets
Category | Entry Fee (INR) |
---|---|
🇮🇳 Indian Adults | ₹50 per monument |
🇮🇳 Indian Children (≤12 yrs) | ₹20 |
🌐 Foreign Nationals | ₹200 |
🎟️ Camcorder | ₹100 extra |
📷 Still Camera | ₹25 per camera |
👉 Book tickets online via lucknowtourism.co.in

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Best Time to Visit
Season | Why Visit? |
---|---|
🍂 October – March | Cooler weather; ideal for exploring and photography |
🌧️ July – September | Rainy season; gardens lush but paths may be wet |
☀️ April – June | Hot afternoons; early morning visits recommended |
How to Reach Imambara
Mode | Route |
---|---|
🚉 Train | Lucknow Charbagh Railway Station – 3 km (auto/taxi available) |
🚌 Bus | City buses and shared autos from major city points |
🚗 Cab/Auto | Easily reachable via NH25 and Ring Road |
✈️ Air | Chaudhary Charan Singh Intl Airport – 18 km; take cab or metro+auto |
Nearby Attractions
Place | Distance |
---|---|
🐘 Rumi Darwaza | 200 m |
🏞️ Chattar Manzil | 600 m |
🌸 Hazratganj Market | 2 km |
🕰️ Clock Tower | 250 m |
🌳 Ambedkar Memorial Park | 5 km |

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Visitor Tips
Tip | Details |
---|---|
📷 Photography | Allowed; separate entry fee for cameras |
🎒 Dress Code | Modest attire recommended as it's a religious site |
👟 Footwear | Leave shoes outside; carry disposable covers |
🔊 Audio Guides | Available on request at entry |
💧 Water Bottles | Allowed but get screened at entry |
Facilities Available
Facility | Availability |
---|---|
🚻 Restrooms | Available near entry and in gardens |
🍽️ Tea Stalls | Refreshments near main gates |
🛍️ Souvenir Shops | Traditional crafts and memorabilia |
🦽 Wheelchair Access | Limited; help provided on request |
📞 Security/KPO | Parking and security near main gate |
FAQs
Q: Can I visit both Imambaras with one ticket?
Ans: No—each monument requires a separate ticket.
Q: Are Imambaras closed on any day?
Ans: No—open daily; however timings may vary during festivals.
Q: Is photography allowed inside?
Ans: Yes, with paid camera ticket; tripods may be restricted.
Q: Are audio guides available?
Ans: Yes—ask at the ticket counter.
Q: What's the best time of day to go?
Ans: Early morning or just before sunset for pleasant light and fewer crowds.
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