Faizabad (Ayodhya)

Faizabad (Ayodhya), Uttar Pradesh (UP), India

Faizabad (Ayodhya) is a historical and religious city in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India. It is located on the banks of the Saryu river, about 130 km east of Lucknow, the state capital. Faizabad was the first capital of the Nawabs of Awadh, a princely state that ruled over a large part of northern India from the 18th to the 19th century.

Faizabad has many monuments and buildings that reflect the culture and architecture of the Nawabs, such as the Tomb of Bahu Begum, Gulab Bari, and Fort Calcutta.

Ayodhya, which is a suburb of Faizabad, is one of the most sacred places for Hindus, as it is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Ayodhya is also associated with the epic Ramayana, which narrates the life and deeds of Rama.

Ayodhya has many temples and shrines dedicated to Rama and his consort Sita, such as the Ram Janmabhoomi temple, the Hanuman Garhi temple, and the Kanak Bhavan temple.

Ayodhya is also a holy site for Jains, Buddhists, and Sikhs, as it was visited by Mahavira, Buddha, and Guru Nanak. Ayodhya is a city of great historical, cultural, and religious significance. It attracts many pilgrims and tourists from India and abroad, who come to see its heritage and spirituality.