Rumi Darwaza

Rumi Darwaza Just beyond Bara Imambara is an impressive gateway. It is also known as the Turkish Gateway.

Rumi Darwaza Just beyond Bara Imambara is an impressive gateway, Rumi Darwaza, built by Nawab Asafuddaula in 1784. The heart and soul of the Avadh architecture is well expressed here. The Rumi Darwaza goes upto a staggering height of 60 feet. The uppermost part of Rumi Darwaza comprises of an octagonal Chatri (Umbrella) carved beautifully that can be accessed by a staircase. The Rumi Darwaza is on  ...