The Picture Gallery is a well-maintained regal structure of red brick, situated beyond a gleaming pool with huddles of pink lotuses and some pleasingly set palm trees strewn around the banks. Built in the 19th century by Muhammad Ali Shah, the gallery houses oil paintings and photographs of the erstwhile Nawabs.
Yet another interesting construction by the erstwhile Nawab of Oudh, Saadat Ali Khan Lucknow Residency is a cluster of builds that were constructed in 1800 AD. It was built as the residence of the British Resident General, who was the company representative to the Nawab’s court. Residency buildings are placed on the beautiful banks of Gomati River and are encircled by lovely flowerbeds and vibrant lawns. Residency Building had a remarkable place in the freedom struggle of India, since it was here that the mutineers siege thousands of Englishmen and their family members. Month long cease fire claimed the lives of so many people. The bricks of the building echo the sad stories of the lost lives.
Kanpur Sangrahalaya / Kanpur Museum is a museum in Kanpur, the industrial hub of Uttar Pradesh in North India. It is the official museum in Kanpur. It is a storehouse of artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of the events and people who have influenced the making of Kanpur city and tell many interesting details about the historical past of the city.
Archaeological museum of Kannauj have vast variety of clayey idols which proves that at ancient time Kannauj was famous for art and culture like Mathura, Kashi and Kaushambi. Right from Maurya age it was a fully developed locality. The clay models found here shows that it was a very progressive district of ancient time, even Historical Chinese visitor Hwenswang praised this district during his visit to India.
The museum has collections of terracotta, bronzes, sculptures, arms, manuscripts, paintings and coins of gold, silver and copper.
One of the daunting sights to be visited in Jhansi is the State Museum, which is established in the year 1978. Its pictorial location and vast collection of artifacts gained it accolades from the people from all walks of life. This museum showcases superb compilations of various artifacts belonged to the Chandela rulers.
The Faizabad Museum remains a major tourist draw due to its wide spectrum of historical and mythical displays. Being at the centre of a historical place has made the task of the organizers easy. However, the efforts made in collection, display and maintenance of the museum need to be appreciated. The historical and mythical items, displays as well as information have been category wise presented.