Chattar Manzil, Lucknow

Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Qaisar Bagh, Lucknow

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Monument

Entry Fee & Ticket

Chattar Manzil from 08:00 am to 06:00 pm all days in week, No entry fee. | No Entry Fee

Opening Time & Days

Chattar Manzil opening and closing timing is 07:00 AM – 06:00 PM

Open Days

The Bara Imambara is open from Friday to Monday in a week, Closed on every Saturday & Sunday.

Best Time to Visit

May, June, July, August

Place Visit With

Friends Parents Solo Siblings Youngsters

Place Type

Monument

Nearest Metro Stations

KD Singh Babu Stadium Metro Station

802 m away

Lucknow University Metro Station

979 m away

City Railway Station Metro Station

1.4 km away

Hazratganj Metro Station

1.5 km away

IT College Metro Station

1.8 km away

Sachivalaya Metro Station

2.2 km away

How to Reach Chattar Manzil

Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from Chattar Manzil.

By air · Nearest Airport

Fly into New International Airport Terminal (CCS Airport)

11.2 km away
By rail · Nearest Railway Station

Take a train to Lucknow Junction Railway Station

3.5 km away
By road · Nearest Bus Terminal

Catch a bus from Alambagh Bus Stand ISBT

4.9 km away

About Chattar Manzil

Chattar Manzil, situated on Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Qaisar Bagh, Lucknow, is an iconic example of late Mughal architecture blended with European influences. Constructed during the reign of the Nawabs of Awadh in the 18th and 19th centuries, it served as a royal palace and administrative center. The monument spans approximately 2.5 hectares, featuring a specific rooftop pavilion with ornate chhatris, which give it the name "Umbrella Palace." Chattar Manzil reflects a fusion of Mughal domes, European-style balustrades, and intricately carved balconies, symbolizing the cosmopolitan culture of the Nawabi court. Its historical and cultural significance makes it a major attraction for scholars, tourists, and heritage enthusiasts exploring Lucknow's regal past.

Architecture of Chattar Manzil

Chattar Manzil exemplifies Indo-European architectural synthesis under the Nawabs of Awadh. Construction began under Nawab Ghazi-ud-Din Haider (1814–1827) and was later completed during the reign of Nawab Nasir-ud-Din Haider. The palace incorporates Mughal domes, Gothic-inspired arches, and decorative plasterwork, reflecting European influences that were popular in 19th-century Lucknow.

The main architectural features include:

Two prominent gates providing access to the palace complex
A central hall crowned with the specific umbrella-shaped chhatris
Multiple courtyards designed for ceremonial and administrative functions
Smaller auxiliary towers and balconies adorned with carved motifs
Gardens laid out in symmetrical Mughal-inspired patterns
Integration of underground chambers and service areas

Interesting facts about Chattar Manzil

Chattar Manzil’s rooftop chhatris are designed in a Gothic-Mughal hybrid style, rarely seen in Indian palaces.The palace was constructed using lime mortar, bricks, and stucco, showcasing advanced 19th-century construction techniques.Many decorative elements, such as the ornate balconies, were inspired by French and Italian architecture.Excavations in the courtyard revealed remnants of Mughal-era water channels and fountains.The layout of the palace symbolizes royal authority, with central halls representing power and peripheral areas for administration.Chattar Manzil’s domed pavilions were engineered to allow natural ventilation, reflecting innovative climate-responsive design.

Chattar Manzil FAQs:

𝒜. It is located at Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Qaisar Bagh, Lucknow, Lucknow.

𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Chattar Manzil: Chattar Manzil from 08:00 am to 06:00 pm all days in week, No entry fee. | No Entry Fee Chattar Manzil opening and closing timing is 07:00 AM – 06:00 PM.

𝒜. You should visit Chattar Manzil during May, June, July, August months for best experience.