Lucknow

About Lucknow

Lucknow, a large city in northern India, is the capital of the state of Uttar Pradesh. Toward its center is Rumi Darwaza, a Mughal gateway. Nearby, the 18th-century Bara Imambara shrine has a huge arched hall. Upstairs, Bhool Bhulaiya is a maze of narrow tunnels with city views from its upper balconies. Close by, the grand Victorian Husainabad Clock Tower was built as a victory column in 1881. Arched domes top Jama Masjid, a sandstone mosque. The Residency Lucknow, a British colonial landmark, is a building complex now partially in ruins. On the banks of the Gomti River, an umbrella-shaped dome marks the 19th-century Chattar Manzil palace. Further southeast, Lucknow Zoo is home to tigers, panthers, and snakes, plus the State Art Museum with artifacts ranging from prehistoric tools to religious sculptures. A few towers remain of the nearby Dilkusha Kothi, an early-19th-century English baroque house. To the east is Janeshwar Mishra Park with cycle paths and lakes hosting migratory birds, including cranes and flamingos.
Bara Imambara

Bara Imambara is an Imambara complex in Lucknow, built by Asaf-ud-Daula, Nawab of Awadh, in 1784. It is also called the Asafi Imambara. Bara means big, and an Imambara is a shrine built by Shia Muslims for the purpose of Azadari.
Chota Imambara

Chota Imambara, also known as Imambara Hussainabad Mubarak is an imposing monument located in the city of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Ambedkar Memorial Park

Ambedkar Memorial Park is a public park and memorial in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is more formally known as Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Samajik Parivartan Prateek Sthal and is also referred to simply as "Ambedkar Park".
Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Park

Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Park was developed by the Lucknow Development Authority in the Vipin Khand area of Gomti Nagar locality in the memory of great socialist Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia. The total area of the park is 76 acres.
Rumi Darwaza

Rumi Darwaza, in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India, is an imposing gateway which was built under the patronage of Nawab Asaf-Ud-daula in 1784. It is an example of Awadhi architecture.
Husainabad Clock Tower

Husainabad Clock Tower is a clock tower located in the Lucknow city of India. It was constructed in 1881 by N Husainabad Clock Tower awab Nasir-ud-din Haider to mark the arrival of Sir George Couper, 1st Lieutenant Governor of United Province of Avadh.
Satkhanda

Satkhanda is an iconic 18th century watchtower with a stout octagonal base, arched windows and Islamic design details.
Chowk Market

Chowk market in Lucknow is one of those places of the city that are a window into its rich cultural heritage. Beginning from Chikan work to succulent kebabs, one can find it all at the Chowk market.
Dilkusha

Dilkusha is a hunting lodge converted into a summer palace for the royals, Dilkusha Kothi was built in 1800 by Major Gore in Baroque style.
Residency

The British Residency of Lucknow served as a refuge for several Britishers during the uprising on 1857.
Best Time To Visit Lucknow

Lucknow is a wonderful place and can be visited just about anytime throughout the year. However, the best time to visit Lucknow is usually from October to March. This is usually the peak season for Lucknow travel.  Summers in Lucknow are usually hot and dry. The best time to visit Lucknow in the summers is until March and April, May, June, and July are not much comfortable for traveling. During this season, the temperature raises up to 45°C in its hottest months.

Lucknow in winters is pleasant and sunny. The nights are cold and foggy. The temperature in winter stays between 7°C to 24°C . Winter is the best time to visit Lucknow. Monsoon too is a good time to visit Lucknow. Moderate rainfall takes place in the city, but the weather stays pleasant. The temperature during monsoon ranges from 25°C to 35°C.

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