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PRIME ATTRACTIONS OF LUCKNOW :


UTTAR PRADESH :
 From the foothills of the Himalayas to the pilgrimage centres of Varanasi and Haridwar the state of Uttar Pradesh is a vast territory of rivers, monuments, temples and a lot more. The wealth of its monuments, mountains and lakes, and the religious fervour that it evokes, have made Uttar Pradesh one of the most interesting states of the Indian Union.

Situated in the northern part of India, it is the most populated state of India. In terms of area, it is the fourth largest among all the states. Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh.
 

It is bound by Nepal on the north, and is surrounded by the states of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh and Bihar. The dialect here is Hindi. The confluence of the Ganga and Yamuna, the two most sacred rivers of India at Allahabad, has been a popular place of pilgrimage through the millenia. Hand - knitted woollen carpets of Bhadoi and Mirzapur, 'chikan' work of Lucknow, terracotta of Gorakhpur, wood carving of Saharanpur, brass ware of Moradabad, glassware work of Firozabad and handprinting of Farrukhabad, is a proof of the ace craftsmanship of a large number of artisans in the state.

Uttar Pradesh offers an endless array of attractions to the tourist, by way of monuments, health resorts, mountain peaks, a wealth of ancient temples and viharas, rich flora and fauna, fascinating rivers and captivating valleys.
 

Hussainabad Imambara - Near the Rumi Darwaza, this structure houses the tombs of Muhammad Ali Shah, its builder, and of his mother. Built between 1837 and 1842, it is also called the Chhota Imambara. It is approached through a fine garden. The Imambara has a white dome and numerous turrets and minarets. The walls of the mausoleum are decorated with verses in Arabic. Chandeliers, gilded mirrors, colorful stucco, the King's throne and ornate tazia or replicas of the tombs at Karbala adorn the interior.

 

 


 Shah Najaf Imambara - This white-domed structure derives its name from the town of Najaf, about 200 km south of Baghdad where the saint Hazrat Ali is buries. In this mausoleum are buried the remains of Ghazi-ud-din Haider and his wives, including Mubarak Mahal, his European wife. The entrance leads to a beautiful garden. The silver tomb of Ghazi-ud-din Haider lies in the centre of the building and is flanked by the more imposing silver and gold tomb of Mubarak Mahal on one side, and another tomb on the other.

 

Asafi Imambara - Also known as the Bara Imambara, it was built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula in 1784 and is one of the architectural highlights of the era. The central hall is said to be the largest vaulted chamber in the world. Except for the galleries in the interior, there is no woodwork used in the structure. A staircase from outside leads to a series of labyrinths which visitors are advised to visit only with authorized guides. Within the compound of the Imambara is a grand Asafi mosque.


Rumi Darwaza - This colossal, ornate gateway is said to be a facsimile of one of the gates of Constantinople. It was built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula in 1784, to create employment during the terrible famine of 1784.
 


 Kaiserbagh Palace Complex - The construction of the Kaiserbagh Palaces was started in 1848 by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah and completed in 1850. They were built to create the eighth wonder of the world. The yellow buildings on three sides of the quadrangle, now the property of Taluqdars, once provided quarters for the ladies of the harem. In the centre stands the Baradari, a picturesque white stone edifice which was earlier paved with silver.

 Residency - Built for the British Resident in 1780-1800, it was originally a very extensive and beautiful building, It was a scene of dramatic events during the War of 1857. The scarred ruins tell the story of the British community besieged by the rebels. The main house overlooks the river and is surrounded by terraced lawns and gardens.

 Other places of interest include Chhatar Manzil, Maqbara Saadat Ali Khan, Moti Mahal, Dilkusha Garden, La Martiniere, Alambagh Palace.
 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT LUCKNOW:

 

Getting in, Around & Away:
AIR : Lucknow Amausi airport is 14 kms. away from the centre of town, with regular flights to Delhi, Patna, Calcutta and Mumbai.
RAIL : The Northern and North-Eastern railway networks connect Lucknow with the important cities within the country.

Tourist Information Center
1 Tourist Information Centers(Govt) U P Tourism
3, Naval Kishore Road, Lucknow

Regional Tourist Office
10, Station Road, Lucknow

U P Govt. Tourist Reception Centre
N. Railway Station, Mainhall Charbagh

State Information Bureau
Hazratganj

 

 

Main Languages: Hindi, Urdu and English

Population: Approx. 22,66,933

Area: 310.10 sq.kms.

Best Time to Visit: October to March

Temperature:
Summer – Max: 36.6oC Min: 25oC
Winter – Max: 21.1oC Min: 11.1oC

 

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