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Lucknow
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Known as: |
the seat of the Nawabi culture |
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History of: |
200 years |
Population: |
21.85 Lac |
The city
of Nawabs, as Lucknow is sometimes known as, is the capital of Uttar
Pradesh, one of the largest state in India. The city has a glorious history
and has been known as the cultural centre of Northern India for over
two centuries. The arts, including painting, music, and dance,
flourished under the generous patronage of the last Nawabs of Awadh,
as the region around Lucknow was known as before the states were
formed by the British. The city is a wonderful tourism destination and
one of the highlights of Uttar Pradesh tourism. To learn more about
Lucknow, you can log on to touristplacesinindia.com, which offers
comprehensive information about the tourist attractions in Lucknow,
tourist accommodation in Lucknow, and other facts about tourism in
Lucknow.
Lucknow stands out as a city that takes pride in the endearing but
subdued articulation of its essence and identity. Its mystical
elegance and amorous ethos rarely fail to fascinate a perceptive mind.
Indeed, it is difficult to remain unimpressed by its 'tehzeeb'
(cultural refinement), hospitality, politesse, cuisines and 'Shaam-e-Awadh'.
At the same time, Lucknow is placed among the fastest growing cities
of India and is rapidly emerging as a manufacturing, commercial and
retailing hub. This unique combination of rich cultural traditions and
brisk economic growth provides Lucknow with an aura that refuses to
fade away.
Major Attractions
Bara Imambara
This is a religious building belonging to the Shia muslim sect. the
complex comprises magnificent buildings, including the splendid
Imambara, an impressive mosque, and a complicated maze known as
Bhulbhulaiya, which is a major attraction of the Imambara complex. The
Bara Imambara is said to have been commissioned by Asaf-ud-Daula inn
1784 as part of his famine relief programme.
The Residency
This is a collection of buildings which were the headquarters of the
British resident in Oudh during the reign of the last Nawabs of the
state. The residency saw brutal action during the 1857 revolt, when a
lot of lives were lost here.
Rumi Darwaza
Also built as a part of the famine relief program, this magnificent
gateway is one of the most impressive gateways in India. It is one of
the major tourist attractions of Lucknow, and features prominently in
all guidebooks about Lucknow.
Chota Imambara
This is also known as the Hussainabad Imambara, and contains the tombs
of Mohammed Ali Shah and his family members, the former being the
builder of the structure.
Sikandar Bagh
This garden was built in early 19th century and later used as the
summer palace by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah, the last ruler of Oudh who was
deposed by the British East India Company. The garden was also the
sight of fierce fighting during the 1857 revolt.
Distance
from major cities
Delhi |
510 Kms |
Agra |
370 Kms |
Varanasi |
286 Kms |
How to reach there
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Lucknow Airport is well connected
with all major cities of India. |
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Lucknow Railway Station is a major
train station of North India and connects to all major destination
of India |
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NH-56 connects Lucknow with Varanasi. |
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