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The British Residency is among the most famous landmarks in Lucknow. Though the building is now in ruins yet its charm cannot be overlooked. Archaeological Survey of India has declared it a protected monument. The British Residency used to serve as a refuge for as many as 3000 British inhabitants in 1857 during the time of the uprising. This Residency became the monopolistic center of the British for almost 90 days during the siege when Lucknow was the center of all British activities. There are graves of approximately 2000 British soldiers within the walls of this residence. These lost their lives in the Revolt of 1857. The British Residency of Lucknow has now been turned into a government office. There is a well-maintained museum inside the Residency which is managed by the authorities. Besides, there are tombs of Sadat Ali Khan, who was the first Nawab of Awadh, Kaisarbagh Palace. An observatory was also built for a British astronomer named Colonel Wilcox. There are several other buildings in the vicinity including monuments like Shaheed Smarak, Tehri Kothi, and High Court Building. Every evening a light and sound show is organized to display the history of the Residency.