Lucknow , Uttar Pradesh
About Lucknow
Lucknow, the multicultural city, prospered as a city of culture and art for entire North India in 18th -19th century. It is the capital of Uttar Pradesh, a state of North India. The culture and monuments in Lucknow have a touch of Nawab in their every aspect. Lucknow possesses the most prestigious educational institutes of India. The city is the birthplace of art like Kathak dance form, Ghazal music etc. Most of population in Lucknow is Muslim and colloquial Hindustani language is spoken by people in Lucknow.
Lucknow is the land of Awadh Kingdom which was wealthiest kingdom which ruled then most fertile lands which lie between River Ganga and River Yamuna. Mughal Emperors appointed Nawab (Governor) to take care of various areas of their empire. Lucknow was one such place, which was predominantly controlled by Nawabs, even after Mughal Empire faded out. These Nawabs originally belong to Awadh Kingdoms. Nawab of Lucknow like Asaf-Ud-Daulah, Sadaat Ali, and Muhammed Ali Shah etc contributed a lot to Lucknow and its citizens. Lucknow played vital role in struggle for India's independence.
Lucknow offers a range of hotels for your comfortable stay. Vivanta Taj, Piccadilly Lucknow, Charans Club and Resorts, Homestay Lucknow etc are some of the best hotels where you can stay in Lucknow.
The food and cuisine of Lucknow is of royal Nawabi flavor. You must try the Naan, Shahi Paneer, Kofta, Lucknowi Briyanis, and Kebabs, etc. while visiting this city. The city is the birth place of Raitha and Samosa. Also don’t forget to taste the mouthwatering “Rewadi” as dessert.
Handicrafts, art pieces, Gem Jewelry, leather goods, textiles etc. can be purchased as souvenirs here.
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Top 10 Places to Visit in Lucknow
Lucknow Zoo, Uttar Pradesh
1.5 km from Lucknow - See map
Spreading across 72 acres of ground, Lucknow Zoo is categorized by Central Zoo Authority of India as Large Zoo. Footfalls of visitors counts to...
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Kaiserbagh Palace, Uttar Pradesh
1.6 km from Lucknow - See map
Kaiser Bagh Palace, the most frequented tourist spot in Lucknow was built by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah in the year 1847. The Nawab had a passion for...
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Moti Mahal, Uttar Pradesh
1.7 km from Lucknow - See map
Located on the banks of Gomti River, nearby Hazartganj, Moti Mahal is often termed as “Pearl Palace”. Nawab Sadaat Ali Khan constructed this...
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Shaheed Smarak, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2.1 km from Lucknow - See map
The city of Lucknow played an important role in First War of Independence and throughout our freedom struggle until 1947. Erected to mark the...
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Begum Hazrat Mahal Park, Uttar Pradesh
2.1 km from Lucknow - See map
A marble memorial building which was established in Victoria Park to honor the great Begum Hazrat Mahal on August 15th 1962 is called as “Begum...
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Lucknow Residency, Uttar Pradesh
2.2 km from Lucknow - See map
The Lucknow Residency, is a cluster of buildings ruins that were built in 18th century by the then Nawab of Oudh, Nawab Saadat Ali Khan. Purpose...
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Ramakrishna Math,Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
3.1 km from Lucknow - See map
Ramakrishna Math in Lucknow is a branch of the Ramakrishna Math and Mission, Belur. The Math or the mission consists of idols of Ramakrishna,...
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Buddha Park, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
3.1 km from Lucknow - See map
Like many other attractions in the city, the Gautam Buddha Park in Lucknow also has its own unique charm. Located near the Rumi Darwaza, the...
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Rumi Darwaza, Uttar Pradesh
4.1 km from Lucknow - See map
Popularly termed as Turkish Gate”, Rumi Darwaza was built by Asaf-ud-Daulah in 1784 nearby Bara Imambara. Rumi Darwaza was constructed using...
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Bara Imambara, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
4.3 km from Lucknow - See map
Asafi Imambara also known as Bara Imambara or Bada Imambara is the largest and grandest historical monument in Lucknow city. Imambara means Shia...
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Ambedkar Park, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
4.6 km from Lucknow - See map
The 107 acres spread of land; dedicated to memory of Dr B.R. Ambedkar is one of the major attractions of the Nazakat & Nafazat ka sheher Lucknow....
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Husainabad Clock Tower, Uttar Pradesh
4.7 km from Lucknow - See map
Adjacent to Rumi Darwaza, on the banks of Gomti river, majestically stands the Husainabad Clock tower. Husainabad clock tower is the tallest clock...
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