Situated on the banks of the Gomti River, Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh. The city is admired for the courteous behaviour of its people, known as ‘adab’ and ‘tehzeeb’. Lucknow beautifully endorses the Awadhi culture. The city is synonymous to classical music, dance and poetry. Further, the magnificent palaces, mosques and havelis articulate the grandeur of the bygone era. The city is also famous for chikankari work (embroidery), gold jewellery and delicious Mughal cuisine.
Things to do in Lucknow
Take a tour to the splendid Bara Imambara and appreciate its architectural beauty. Further, visit the heritage spots like Chhota Imambara, Rumi Darwaza and the British Residency. Enjoy a stroll at the sprawling Ambedkar Memorial Park.
Tourist attractions in Lucknow
Bara Imambara, Chhota Imambara, Chattar Manzil, Lucknow Zoo, Rumi Darwaza, Clock Tower, British Residency, Ambedkar Memorial Park and Dilkusha Kothi are the major tourist attractions in Lucknow.
Places to shop in Lucknow
Hazratganj is the most popular shopping hub in Lucknow. With leading brand outlets and swanky stores, it is a great place for quality shopping. Further, Aminabad is an old bazaar where you will find the widest collection of chikankari clothes, kurtas, sherwanis, salwar suits and leather shoes and purse. Alambagh is the hub for gold jewellery stores in the city. Visit Chowk, the popular market for buying perfumes, handicrafts and artificial jewellery. When it comes to shopping malls in Lucknow, Sahara Ganj Mall, Phoenix United Mall and Wave Mall are worth to be mentioned.
Best time to visit Lucknow
The period between October and March is considered as the best time to visit Lucknow.
Modes of transport
Lucknow Mahanagar Parivahan Sewa buses and metro railway form the primary network of public transport in the city. Further, auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws and private taxis serve as the last mile connectivity means across Lucknow.
Weather in Lucknow
Lucknow experiences a humid subtropical climate. During the summer season (March to June), it becomes very hot in the city. The maximum temperature soars to 45 degrees Celsius. Lucknow gets medium rainfall in monsoons (July to September). The winter season enters the city in December and lasts till February. The weather becomes pleasant during this season and the lowest temperature drops to 5 degrees Celsius.
Airport in Lucknow
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (IATA: LKO), Lucknow is about 15 km from the city centre. The airport is connected to the Red Line of Lucknow Metro. IndiGo operates more than 150 non-stop weekly flights between Lucknow and other major destinations.