Located on the banks of the Gomti River, Lucknow is popularly known as the city of Nawabs. It is the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. This magnificent city is divided into two portions ‘Old Lucknow’ and ‘New Lucknow’. The ‘Old Lucknow’ is full of vibrant streets, delicious food joints and bright markets which display the rich heritage of Lucknow, while the ‘New Lucknow’ is an urban planned city which features big roads, shopping malls and lush green parks.
Things to do in Lucknow
Tourists can do many things while visiting Lucknow. They can attend the evening light and sound 1857 revolt show organised at the British Residency of Lucknow, which is a ruined fort of the city. Travellers can witness the massive 60-feet tall gateway known as the Rumi Darwaza which is situated between Bara Imambara and Chota Imambara. Travellers looking for adventure can visit Nawab Wajid Ali Shah Zoological Garden.
Tourist attractions in Lucknow
Lucknow is home to a vast number of beautiful tourist attractions. The Bara Imambara is also known as the Asif Imambara, who was the Nawab of Lucknow. This monument also features an amazing maze which has 1024 ways to get inside, but only 2 ways to get outside. Also known as Imambara of Hussainabad, the Chota Imambara was built in 1838 by the third Nawab of Awadh, Muhammad Ali Shah.
Places to shop in Lucknow
There are numerous good markets in Lucknow. Travellers can buy Zardozi embroidered garments from 200-year-old Nakhas Market. For Chikankari sarees, they can visit Janpath Market. For Chikan kurtas, tourists can visit Aminabad Market. Some other popular markets of Lucknow are Hazratganj, Chowk, Alambagh and Yahiyaganj.
Best time to visit Lucknow
The right time to visit Lucknow is between October and March during the wintertime.
Modes of transport
Buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis are the common modes of transport in Lucknow. Travellers can also opt for cycle-rickshaws to travel short distances.
Weather in Lucknow
The weather in Lucknow remains cool and pleasant in the winter season. During the summertime, the weather is hot and dry. In the monsoon season, there is normal rainfall in Lucknow.
Airport in Lucknow
IndiGo offers many flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (IATA: LKO). For more information, visit www.goindigo.in.