Tomb of Bahu Begum - Shrine in Faizabad - Ayodhya, India

This monument was built for Nawab Shuja-ud-Daulah's queen Ummutuzhuhra alias Bahu Begum in 1816. Darab Ali Khan was the architect of this monument, which is one of the tallest buildings in Faizabad (ranging about 135 feets). A beautiful view of the city can be seen from the top of Begum's Tomb.

Hidden beautiful example of non mughal muslim architecture. Neglected by goverment but thankfully this negligence is helping inner nature to grow peacefully. There is less human interference hence two ostrich and 4-5 peacocks are living their natural free life. Place is green inside.

Bahu Begum ka Maqbara is the Tomb of Queen Bride Begum Unmatuzzohra Bano alias Bahu Begum a memorial built for queen of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula. Its one of the tallest buildings in Faizabad and is a notable example of non-mughal Muslim architecture. Sadly, this monument is a victim of neglect and is crumbling

Hii guys here is another interesting story about the bride of Faizabad(called Awadh in ancient time).Queen Bride Begum Unmatuzzohra Banoalias (Bahu Begum) a memorial built for queen of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula. Its one of the tallest buildings in Faizabad which was built at the cost of three lakh rupees (source: internet) by her chief advisor Darab Ali Khan in A.D.1815. It's architecture is superb fine as you see in my pictures that is in below; so if you're found of ancient architecture so u must visit here; it's atmosphere is so peaceful but filled with lots of mystery in itself & lots of things are here to explore. So many stories local people tells about tomb so it's a good place to visit at ones. we reach here very easily by any mode of convince

Wonderful peice of mughal artechture with amazing art works of the that time. The most beautiful is it's shape and size with gardens . What's Special? Building designed same all four sides , means all four sides have same look and design.

Bahu Begum ka Maqbara is the Tomb of Queen Bride Begum Unmatuzzohra Bano alias Bahu Begum a memorial built for queen of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula. Its one of the tallest buildings in Faizabad and is a notable example of non-mughal Muslim architecture. Sadly, this monument is a victim of neglect and is crumbling. The Mausoleum of Bahu Begum created by Nawab Suja-ud-Daula in the memory of his loving wife is famous for the creative architectural brilliance with which it was designed and constructed.[2] Shuja-ud-daula's wife was the well known as Bahu Begum, who married the Nawab in 1743 and continued to reside in Faizabad, her residence being the Moti-Mahal. Close by at Jawaharbagh lies her Maqbara, where she was buried after her death in 1816. It is considered to be one of the finest buildings of its kind in Avadh, which was built at the cost of three lakh rupees by her chief advisor Darab Ali Khan. A fine view of the city is obtainable from top of the begum's tomb. Bahu Begum was a woman of great distinction and rank, bearing dignity. Most of the Muslim buildings of Faizabad are attributed to her. From the date of Bahu Begum's death in 1815 till the annexation of Avadh, the city of Faizabad gradually fell into decay. The glory of Faizabad finally eclipsed with the shifting of capital from Faizabad to Lucknow by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula.

This is a very popular monument was built by Nawab Shuja Ud Daula for his beloved wife who died in 1811AD and this mausoleum was built in 1753 AD. Her name was Queen Ummatuzzohra and she was known as Bahu Begum. This is one of the finest example of Islamic and Awadhi Architecture. It is the highest building of that period. Managed by Shia Waqf Board.

Bahu Begum ka Maqbara is a memorial built for the queen of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula. Bahu Begum married the Nawab in 1743 & resided in Moti-Mahal, Faizabad. Closeby lies her Maqbara, where she was buried in 1816. It was built of white marble at a cost of Rs 3 lakh by her chief advisor Darab Ali Khan, with an attempt to recreate the grandeur of the Taj Mahal. However, work came to a stand still, in 1818 after the death of Darab Ali Khan, but was completed later in 1858. It has domes, with ornate designs on the walls & ceilings It is one of the tallest buildings, rising to a height of 42 m & the terrace offers the most spectacular view of Faizabad But the top floor is now shut to the public Born in Persia, into an influential family, Bahu Begum inherited an enormous amount of wealth. When the Nawab lost his battle against the British, she saved the kingdom by paying the British from her personal riches. After the untimely death of her husband she secured the succession for her son Asaf-ud-Daula. As her son shifted the capital to Lucknow, she stayed back at Faizabad & continued to rule. She is known for her able administration, but it wasn't easy as the British rulers harassed her for money After her demise, Faizabad gradually witnessed downfall & the glory of the city diminished