Lucknow, the city of the Nawabs

Nestled in the heart of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow is like a storybook echoing the grand tales of the “Nawabs of Awadh” and the British colonial era. As a silent witness, the British Residency is a poignant chapter in this historical saga.

In 1775, Nawab Asaf-ud-daula of Avadh initiated the renowned Residential complex after the court shifted from Faizabad to Lucknow to host British visitors. Under the rule of Nawab Saadat Ali Khan (1798-1814), the main residency building was completed. As years passed, more structures were added, turning the complex into an exclusive European settlement.

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