Lucknow Residency:
The first war of Independence
Lucknow Residency: The first war of Independence took place at the Lucknow Residency in 1857 where Indian rebels beseiged British forces from 1st July to 17 November 1857. It suffered extensive damage during the siege; the huge complex also contains a cemetery containing the graves of 2000 persons killed during the uprising. The battle scared monument containing canon shots has been maintained in the same manner as it was at the time of final relief. Besides Residency, Lucknow has ornamented Imambara's or halls used for religious ceremonies, La Martinierre School, Rumi Darwaza (arch) & some mouthwatering cuisine. Call or email us to book. lorienttravels1@gmail.com