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There is no denying the fact that Uttar Pradesh is counted amidst one of the most widely known historical places in India. The explorers and travellers will get many amazing mythological, cultural and heritage related information out at the land of Uttar Pradesh. Lucknow being the capital city of Uttar Pradesh, is gifted with a lot of highly known tourist destinations, which has always grabbed a lot of appreciation. The topmost tourist place, Jama Masjid, Lucknow, hold a lot of religious importance. No denying the fact that if you are travelling to Lucknow, Jama Masjid deserves to be on your list for sure! In this article we will be talking in detail about the historical and religious place. Have a look!
History:
Jama Masjid is touted to be one of the prettiest and beautifully carved mosques in India. Jama Masjid, Lucknow is also known as Jami Masjid, and hold a lot of significance for the Muslim culture people. Many devotees flock to Jama Masjid for the religious events and auspicious events. Constructed long back in the year 1423, Jama Masjid is amazingly and beautifully carved.
Architecture:
As far as the architecture of Jama Masjid, Lucknow is talked about; it is beautifully built supported by 260 pillars. Jama Masjid, Lucknow also boasts of 15 arched domes and that too at varied altitudes. This amazing masjid is intricately designed that also echoes the artistic beauty of the place. Drawing the inspiration from the Hindu and Jain cultures, the pillars are amazingly carved. Jama Masjid has a lovely wide area courtyard with the area of over 4950 square meters. Then the tourists will also come along 260 pillars that is called the western chamber. Jama Masjid’s east side of the entrance has the tomb of Sultan Ahmed Shah.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time to visit Jama Masjid, Lucknow is during the months of November to March. Otherwise, you can visit all-round the year and you will never get disappointed. During these months the temperature of Lucknow ranges up to 25 degree Celsius, which happens to be quite pleasant and chill.
How to Reach:
Lucknow is a very well-connected city of India. For those who are travelling by air, the nearest airport happens to be Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. This airport is for over 15 kms from the centre of the city. Travellers can also opt for local buses or cabs to reach Jama Masjid. The tourists who are travelling by rail can get down at one of the two major railway stations namely, Charbagh and Lucknow railway station. For those who are travelling via road, can either opt for Transport Corporation busses that run through various cities such as Jaipur, Delhi, Agra, Bhopal, Jodhpur, Mathura and Varanasi.
Nearby Attractions:
Below are some of the topmost and attractive nearby destinations of Jama Masjid:
• Bara Imambara
• Saadat Ali Khan and the Begum Tombs
• Lucknow Residency
• La Martiniere
• Clock Tower
• Kaiserbagh Palace
• Shah Najaf Imambara
• Sikander Bagh
• Botanical Garden
• Banarasi Bagh
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