Lucknow - The city of nawabs
One of the most historical cities in India, Lucknow was a cultural and artistic hub when the Nawabs were in power. This city, located in the state of Uttar Pradesh, has also been linked to Ramayana. It has been said that Lakshmana, Ram’s brother, had a palace called Lakshmanapuri in this city. This palace was later called Lakhanpur and eventually changed to Lucknow. The city is the 74th fastest growing city in the world at present. This city is a major contributor to India’s GDP as it has major industries when it comes to machine tools, aeronautics, chemicals and chikan embroidery.
- Tourist attractions in Lucknow: Lucknow has multiple museums, gardens and historical places for tourists to explore. Popular tourist attractions include Bhool Bhulaiya, Chota Imambara, Rumi Darwaza, Ruins of Lucknow Residency and Museum, Qaiserbagh Complex, Ram Krishna Math, Buddha Park, Faranghi Mahal and Deva Shariff.
- Places to shop in Lucknow: Lucknow is famous for its chikan embroidery. The best places to shop for local embroidered items are Aminabad and Old Chowk. Other popular markets include Hazratganj Market and Kapoorthala. To watch a movie and grab a bite to eat, visit Fun Republic or Inox.
- Modes of transport in Lucknow: Lucknow has good road and rail connectivity. For intra city travel, local buses are a cheap and safe option. Auto-rickshaws called tempos are another cheap option for getting around the city. There are many car rental companies in Lucknow you can check out if you want to rent a car.
- Weather in Lucknow: Summers are usually very hot. Winters are very cold and foggy so trains and flights may face delays. The months between July and September form the monsoon season in Lucknow.
Airport in Lucknow
Lucknow Airport lies at a distance of 10 km from Lucknow’s main railway station. It offers free Wi-Fi connectivity for 30 minutes. IndiGo operates several flights from this airport. For flight-related information, visit the IndiGo website.
- Airport Address: Amausi, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226009
- Airport IATA code: LKO