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Lucknow

Destination Guide

Lucknow

4.2

1-2 Days

15 Attractions

The Story

About Lucknow

Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, is the City of Nawabs — known for its refined Tehzeeb (etiquette), exquisite Nawabi cuisine, and Indo-Islamic architectural masterpieces. The Bara ImambaraBara Imambara, built without a single pillar, beam, or iron support, is an engineering marvel with the Bhool Bhulaiya — a labyrinth of 1,024 passageways on the upper floor. The Chota Imambara (Palace of Lights) gleams with chandeliers and gilded decorations. Lucknow's culinary heritage is legendary — the Tunday Kababi's galawati kebabs (so soft they melt on the tongue, invented for a toothless nawab), basket chaat at Royal Café, and the world-famous Lucknowi Biryani. Hazratganj is the city's premier shopping street. The British Residency ruins tell the story of the 1857 siege. Rumi DarwazaRumi Darwaza — modelled on a Constantinople gate — is the city's most photographed monument.

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Bara Imambara

·4 km from city center

Bara Imambara

The Bara Imambara of Lucknow is one of the most famous monuments of the city. Also known as Asfi Imambara, after the name of the Nawab of Lucknow who got it constructed, it is an important place of worship for the Muslims who come here every year to celebrate the religious festival of Muharram. The Imambara is specially known for its incredible maz

Chota Imambara

·5 km from city center

Chota Imambara

The Chhota Imambara, or the Imambara of Hussainabad, is one of the most beautiful and attractive buildings in the old city of Lucknow in Uttar Pradesh. This imposing monument lies to the west of Bara Imambara and is a true sight to behold. The Chhota Imambara was initially a congregation hall for Shia Muslims that was built by Muhammad Ali Shah, wh

British Residency

·3 km from city center

British Residency

The British Residency of Lucknow served as a refuge for several Britishers during the uprising on 1857. The fort is now in ruins and a cemetery nearby contains the graves of the hundreds of Britishers who died during the siege. The ruins are now protected by the Archaeological Survey of India.

Marine Drive

·2 km from city center

Marine Drive

Marine Drive is named after the famous Marine Drive in Mumbai. It is a picturesque strip of road adjacent to the River Gomti in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. The spot is popular among the young crowd as a hangout place. Apart from that, people use it for jogging, cycling and similar activities. The path is sprinkled with benches to sit and relax.

Rumi Darwaza

·4 km from city center

Rumi Darwaza

The Rumi Darwaza was built in 1784-86 and is a 60 feet high entrance, with no visible supporting fittings. It is also known as the Turkish Gate and displays Awadhi architectural style.

Dr. Ambedkar Park

·6 km from city center

Dr. Ambedkar Park

The Ambedkar Memorial Park was constructed by the Mayawati Government in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. The park was built to commemorate the people who dedicated their life to equality and human justice like Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar, Kanshi Ram and others. With a budget of a whopping seven billion rupees, the park is one of the loveliest things to see in Luckn

Lucknow Zoo

·1 km from city center

Lucknow Zoo

The Prince of Wales Zoological Gardens was built in 1921 was built to commemorate the Royal family's visit to Lucknow.

Hazratganj Market

·0 km from city center

Hazratganj Market

Hazratganj, the central shopping district of Lucknow, has a long history behind it and has undergone a great makeover that bridges the past and the present and continues to serve as Lucknow's central shopping arcade.

Indira Gandhi Planetarium Lucknow

·9 out of 47 places to visit in Lucknow

Indira Gandhi Planetarium Lucknow

Situated at the Surajkund Park neighbourhood of Lucknow, on the banks of the River Gomti, Indira Gandhi Planetarium is also popularly known as Taramandal Show. The highlights are the science and astronomy shows, 3D models and exhibitions.

Shah Najaf Imambara

·1 km from city center

Shah Najaf Imambara

Shah Najaf Imambara is a Muslim monument centrally located in Lucknow city at Rana Pratap Road. The dome-shaped monument houses the graves of Nawab Ghazi - Ud - Din Haider and his three wives.

Moti Mahal

·0 km from city center

Moti Mahal

Built by Nawab Saadat Ali Khan, the Moti Mahal is popularly known as the Pearl Palace. This historical monument located on the banks of river Gomti is constructed next to Mubarak Manzil and Shah Manzil. A former residence of the Nawabs of Lucknow during the time, Moti Mahal was initially a part of the Qaisar Bagh complex.

Ramakrishna Math

·3 km from city center

Ramakrishna Math

A monastery and shrine established in Nirala Nagar, the Ramakrishna Math is an all-monk institution dedicated to Sri Ramakrishna . With the motto of "For one's own salvation, and for the welfare of the world", this building has a shrine adjacent to the institute.

Bithoor

·72 km from city center

Bithoor

Bithoor is a quaint little town nestled away in the Kanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, acclaimed for being an important hub of pilgrimage for Hindus. Along with its religious significance, Bithoor also has a good share of historical places of interest. Bithoor is immersed in local legends, religious myths, primeval artifacts and ancient ruins. The t

Dream World Amusement Park

·7 km from city center

Dream World Amusement Park

Dream World Water Amusement Park is a one-stop destination for a day full of fun, thrill and enjoyment. Boasting of umpteen rides and activities and fun games, the park is a hot pick and top favourite of the teenagers and the adults alike.

Constantia (La Martiniere School)

·2 km from city center

Constantia (La Martiniere School)

One of the historical landmarks of Lucknow with its English past, the La Martinere School started in 1845. It houses the tomb of French Major-General Claude Martin as he resided there.

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