Question
Download Solution PDFThe Asafi Imambara built by Asaf-ud-Daula, is located in ______
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Lucknow.
Key Points
- Bara Imambara, also known as Asfi Imambara is an imambara complex in Lucknow, India.
- It was built by Asaf-ud-Daula, Nawab of Awadh in 1784.
- This imambara is the second largest after the Nizamat Imambara.
- Imambara is a shrine built by Shia Muslims for the purpose of Azadari.
- It was built to employ people during the 11-year famine, the nawab planned to build it.
- The famine affected the nobles and the common people.
- Kifayatullah was the architect and designer of the monument who came from Delhi and designed it.
Additional Information
- Asaf-ud-Daula
- Asaf-ud-Daula was the Nawab Wazir of Oudh from 26 January 1775 to 21 September 1797.
- He was the son of Shuja-ud-Dowlah.
- He shifted his capital from Faizabad to Lucknow in 1755 which contributed to its significant growth.
- He built the 'Daulat Khana' as a residence for himself to the west of Macchi Bhawan, the Rumi Darvaza, and the Bara Imam Bara.
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