Satkhanda (Seven stories) (Lucknow)

India / Uttar Pradesh / Lakhnau / Lucknow
 place with historical importance, watch tower, tourist attraction
Satkhanda or ‘Seven stories’ is opposite Hussainabad Imambara with a blend of French and Italian architecture is a worth see. Though built to only 4 stories, it was constructed during the era of Nawab Muhamad Ali Shah but construction stopped in 1840 when he passed away. It was built as a Lunar observatory and to get the perfect view of the city and after the renovation the exquisite architecture and splendor is still reflected and now it is used for Moon Sighting for the holy month of Ramzan and Eid-ul-Fitr.
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Coordinates:   26°52'29"N   80°54'21"E

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  • A very important site which due to the noncompliance of ASI lies in ruins opposite Bara Imambara Hussainabad Satkhanda is a rich French Italian Blend Architectural Monument in Lucknow built by the Nawabs of Oudh. Prof. Aurnob Roy IMS Lucknow University MBA Marketing Faculty aurnob2001@gmail.com
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