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Lucknow
Location- Capital
City of Uttar Pradesh State (India).
Railway Stations-
Lucknow NR (LKO), Lucknow Jn. (LJN).
Airport-
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO).
Hotels-
Budget to 5* Star Category.
Major Attractions- Chota
Imambara, Bara Imambara, Chattar Manzil, Ambedkar Memorial Park, Dr. Ram
Manohar Lohia Park, Rumi Darwaza, Jama Masjid, Shahi Baoli, Dilkhusha Garden,
La Martiniere College, Temples, Museums, Art Galleries, Fun Parks & Chill-Out
Places.
Climate- Humid
Subtropical Climate;
Summer:
- 25-45° C,
Winters:
-
Cool Climate, temperature dips downs upto 3° C in the months of December-
February.
Best Time to Visit-
All
Year Around.
Lucknow is the capital city &
the focal point of administrative power house of Uttar Pradesh. The city is
situated on the banks of river Gomti which meanders through the city and
divides it into the Trans- Gomti and Cis- Gomti regions. Gloriously known by
nicknames which suits to its nature such as The City of Nawabs, The Golden City
of India, Constantinople of the East & Shiraz-e-Hind. Etymologically the
city is named after Lakshaman, the hero of ancient epic- the Ramayana. Continuously
being at the centre of business & political activities since ancient,
mediaeval, the British and modern period; the city has a rich culture,
ethnicity, dance, drama, music, architecture, cuisine and much more to offer
for tourists of varied nature. Heritage Arc of Uttar Pradesh tourism crosses
through Lucknow; connecting Agra & Varanasi.
As a traveler one
boggle about the generous nature of people here, extravaganza of Cuisine &
business as usual. Clothing; especially chikan & embroidery work are some
stuffs to pounce upon.
Explore
Lucknow
Architectural
Beauty- All along its cultural & ethnic
extravaganza, Lucknow as a city is splendidly bejeweled with its historical
monuments. Rumi Darwaza a
spectacular gateway approximately 60 ft tall structure of Awadhi architecture
built in 1784 A.D under the patronage of Nawab Asaf-Ud-daulla is a landmark
monument of Lucknow. Bada Imambara, built
on marshy land in 1784 A.D- complex reflects the maturation of ornamented
Mughal design- one of the last major projects not incorporating any European
elements or the use of iron. At 50 by 16 meters and over 15 meters tall, it has
no beams supporting ceiling and is one of the largest such arched constructions
in the world. Labyrinth passages which support the weight of the building are
possibly the only existing maze in India popularly known as Bhulbhulaiya. Chota Imambara also known as Imambara Hussainabad Mubarak was built
in 1838 A.D by Muhammad Ali Shah, the third Nawab of Awadh. The supreme
structure also known as the Palace of Lights is adjacent to Bara Imambara &
Rumi Darwaza.
Hazratganj-
Earlier established as a lavish market for the British Officials, Nawabs, and
Zamindars in 1810 A.D by Nawab Saadat Ali Khan, Hazratganj is presently a major
shopping district in the heart of Lucknow. Vivacious market is shopper’s
paradise to hang out at gleaming shops showcasing variety of stuffs including
traditional white Chikan (a type of hand embroidery using cutwork and shadow
work), or a branded new kurta or saree.
Parks,
Gardens & the Colonial Establishments- Lucknow
Metropolitan has spread itself luxuriously along with sky towering business
complexes, hotels & residential apartments. Numerous eateries outlets are
studded with bubbling activities of ever engaging crowd. If you are looking for
a solace from bustling avenues while visiting Lucknow try to be at a Park or
Garden. In Lucknow; there are numbers of parks like Ambedkar Memorial Park, Dr.
Ram Manohar Lohia Park to engage enthusiastic travelers. La Martiniere College
of Gothic architecture & the British Residency of Lucknow are places to
glimpse into past where few historical episodes of power battle of Lucknow
occurred. The main Residency building
hosts a museum which is a must- see if you visit here. Opening hours: 7 AM- 6
PM.
Awadhi
Cuisine- the archaic sojourn flavored with Nawabi
hospitability; at the same time garnished with dynamic experimentation- to
Lucknow is incomplete unless food connoisseurs relish upon some delightful
Awadhi Cuisine. Non-vegetarian food items of Lucknow like Kababs, Grilled
Chicken, Biryani etc. have peaked up to
an insurmountable height in luxurious menus of world class eating outlets; that
will surely increase your receptive appetite being at the place of origination.
Same is true to vegetarian items which are appropriately rich in curries, spicy-masalas
& flavored aroma. Makhan- Malai delicacies of winter months in Lucknow are
not be missed upon. There are chances of interacting with the chefs to know
more about the cuisine and the recipes used.
MICE
Appointments- Lucknow is the administrative,
business & productive power house of Uttar Pradesh. Most of the policy
frameworks & executive paraphernalia of the state take place in gigantic
offices of the government and business conglomerates. Lucknow is a year around
hub of organizing Meetings, Conferences & Exhibitions of world level. If
you are visiting Lucknow for business purpose or on a vacations wisely opt one
of these appointments to engage your social circles. Added advantage of MICE
appointment visits to Lucknow is you can enjoy a day trip to the city of Taj-
Agra.
Excursion
from Lucknow-
Ayodhya(
APPROX. 140 KMS. 2 ½ HRS.) Nowhere in world is a city so
revered on behalf of a legendry hero as Ayodhya. Such is the aura of this pious
city of ancient epic Ramayana which is admired by more than a billion people of
India where Lord Rama was born. The bygone era of eternal justice has long
passed away but the memorabilia of it still transcend beyond time in the form
of a city on the banks of river Saryu. Illusive yet present in the forgotten
corners of heart is a belief of bliss where Lord Rama resides and Ayodhya
ignite the soul touching experience of that belief to which saints recite each
moment in their prayers. Places of interest in Ayodhya are Hanumangadhi, Birth
Place of Lord Ram, Saryu Riverfront etc.
Naimisharanya
(APPROX. 90 KMS. 2 HRS.)- Naimisharanya ( Neemsar) the
land where the pantheon of 33 million Hindu Gods & Goddesses reside is
located on the banks of River Gomti in Sitapur district at a distance of 94
KMS. from Lucknow. Places of interest are Chakratirtha, Vyass Gaddi &
Dadhichi Kund etc.
Saravasti
(APPROX. 190 KMS. 5 HRS) - Lord Buddha spent his 25
monsoon season in Saravasti. Jetvan Monastery is the place where he resided
during 19 rainy seasons with his disciples contemplating about religion &
humanity. During 5th century B.C, the population of Saravasti was
more than the Magadha’s capital. Rajgir, around 90,000 at those times. The main
attractions of this place are Anandabodhi Tree, Anandakuti & Gandhakutim
Anathapindika Stupa, Shobhnathe Temple etc.
Jaunpur
(APPROX. 280 KMS 6 HRS.)- Situated on the banks of Gomti
River, Jaunpur boasts of a superb variety of medieval Islamic architecture.
Amongst many interesting structures, the Old Shahi Fort dating to the Tughlaq
era houses a mosque and a replica of a traditional Turkish bath or hamam.
Mehmoodabad
(APPROX. 70 KMS 2 HRS. )- This palace continues to be in
possession of the descendants of the Mehmoodabad rulers. The Raja is still held
in high esteem and on occasions, allows visitors to stay in the palace. Though
the original luxuries are no more yet artifacts and a continuation of the
courteous lifestyle makes the stay a memorable experience.