Awadh, Historical region in Uttar Pradesh, India
Description
Awadh is a region in Uttar Pradesh that stretches across the fertile plains of northern India, covering several cities including Lucknow and Faizabad. The area extends over agricultural flatlands with rivers and a mix of urban centers and rural settlements.
History
The Nawabs founded an independent court here in 1732, breaking away from the Mughal Empire and introducing their own laws. The British East India Company ended this rule in 1856 through direct takeover, which contributed to the uprising shortly afterward.
Culture
The name evolved from the ancient Kosala region mentioned in old texts, later reshaped into Awadh as Persian influences entered the language. Today the cultural imprint shows in the courteous manners of daily exchange and in the decorated courtyards of old mansions.
Practical
The main places sit along railway lines and highways, so trains or buses connect the towns easily. Visitors heading to rural parts should consider local taxis or hired vehicles.
Did you know?
In Lucknow stands a large building complex with an interlocking corridor system that runs across several floors without supporting pillars. Anyone walking through must pay attention to orientation, as the many branching paths can easily confuse.
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