Lucknow is a city located in Uttar Pradesh, India. Some key facts: - It was established in 1775 when Asaf-Ud-Doula, the fourth Nawab of Avadh, shifted the capital from Faizabad to Lucknow. - Lucknow flourished under the Nawabs as an important political and cultural center, known for its architecture, art, literature, and cuisine. - Popular tourist attractions include the Bara Imambara, Rumi Gate, Residency, and sites showcasing Lucknow's culture like chikan dresses and kebabs.

1. Lucknow लखनऊ

2. Country - India
State - Uttar Pradesh
Time zone IST (UTC+5:30)
Are - 5,608 km2 (2,165 sq mi)
Lucknow
लखनऊ

3. Lucknow is a city synonymous with the Nawabi Culture.
The imperialistic splendour and magnificence of the Nawabi
Era has been glorified and eulogized down the ages by
writers, poets and historians alike.
 As the 18th century seat of the Nawabs of Avadh,
Lucknow flourished becoming an important political and
cultural centre, rivalling Delhi in its patronage to art and
literature. It was during this time that culture and
architecture synthesized emerging in a distinct form now so
typical to the Lucknow culture.
 Asaf-Ud-Doula, The forth Nawab Of Awadh. Who shifted
the capital of Awadh from Faizabad to Lucknow in 1775.
Asaf-Ud-Doula, the fourth Nawab and son of Shuja-Ud-
Doula.
Lucknow is also known for the tehjeeb and culture.
About Lucknow

4. Air
Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport Lucknow, Lucknow-15 km
is directly connected with Delhi, Patna, Kolkata, Mumbai,
Varanasi, Hyderabad and Sharjah, Muscat, Jeddah, Dubai
with regular flights.
Rail
A major railway junction, Charbagh Rrailway Station
Lucknow is conveniently linked with prominent cities.
Road
Lucknow is connected by road with all major cities of the
country. Some of the major road distances are : Kanpur-79
km, Ayodhya-135 km, Allahabad-210 km, Dudhwa National
Park-238, N.H. - 25, N.H. - 28 and N.H. - 56.
Accessibility

5. Tourist Attractions
 Rumi Gate
The 60 feet high Rumi Gate
was constructed under Nawab
Asafl-us-Daula in 1786.

6. Residency
Built for the British Resident
during 1780-1800, it was
originally a large complex
of many buildings. It was the scene of dramatic
events during the first war of independence in
1857.
Tourist Attractions

7.  Asafi Imambara (Bara Imambara)
Also known as the Bara
Imambara, it was built by
Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula
in 1784 and is one of the
architectural wonders of
that era.
Tourist Attractions

8.  Charbagh Rrailway Station
Overpowering in dimensions
yet aesthetically designed,
Charbagh railway station
built in 1914 incorporates
the best of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. It
gives an ideal traditional warm welcome to every
visitor.
Tourist Attractions

9.  Kalagaon (Arts Village), Anora
Kalagaon's goal is to gift
awareness to the people
for village tourism, country
life, folk tradition, folk
art & craft, culture, music,
and the festivals of the country life.
Tourist Attractions

10.  Tunday Kebab-
Tunday means handicapped and they got
Their name because the person Who made
them first was handicapped. Over a 100
masalas go into the making of this royal
kebab and they ensure that you don't feel
uneasy after having them.
Rogan Josh-
Rogan Josh - even the words make you
go weak in the knees! Soft meat in spicy
curry, this delicacy warms you up from
the inside.
Lucknowi Cuisine

11.  Lucknowi Biryani-
This sumptuous dish is straight from the
streets of Lucknow. The rice is cooked
Separately in garden-fresh spices and the
marinated chicken is added later.
Malai Ki Gilori-
If you have a sweet tooth, sink your teeth
in the oh-so-soft Malai Ki Gilori in
Lucknow! Savour it melting in your mouth
within seconds and we are sure you
won't be able to stop at just one!
Lucknowi Cuisine

12. Great Shopping in the area
Aminabad Market Nishatganj Market- Flea Market
East End Mall- Gomti Nagar

13. lucknowi chikan dresses

14. Best Restaurants in the area
Barbaque Nation- Gomti Nagar Moti Mahal- Hazratganj
Tundey Kababi- Aminabad Dastarkhwan- Mahatma Gandhi Marg

15. Great Nightlife places in area
Mint- Hazaratganj Zero Degree Lounge- Gomti Nagar
Aura Lounge- Fun Mall (Gomti Nagar)

16.  5 Star Hotels
 Hotel Clarks Avadh
 Taj Residency
 The Piccadily Lucknow
 3 Star Hotels
 Comfort Inn Lucknow
Gemini Continental
Hotel Deep Avadh
Hotel Sagar International
Accommodation in Lucknow

17. Lucknow is a wonderful place and can be visited
just about anytime through the year. However, the
best time to visit Lucknow is usually from October
to March. This is usually the peak season for
Lucknow travel.
Best Time to Visit

18. tourist information
Directorate of Tourism, U.P.C-13, Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar Ph :
0522 -0522-2307028, 2308916 (PBX) Fax : 2308937
Regional Tourist Office C-13, Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar Ph :
0522 - 2304870
Tourist Reception Counter Amausi Airport
Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam, Fun and Learn School, Nr. Hutch
House, Shahnajaf Rd. Ph : 0522 - 2615866
Garhwal Mandal Vikas Nigam, R.C. Bahadur Marg Ph : 0522 -
2207844
M.P. Tourism, Gomti Nagar Ph : 0522 - 2391003
A.S.I Ph : 0522 - 2323904
M.K.I. Tourism Management, Chinhat Ph : 0522 - 3294752
Chief Wild Life Warden 17- Rana Pratab Marg Ph : 0522 -
2206584, 2624728
Tourist Information

19. Kukrail Reserve Forest
8 KM. A picnic spot towards Khurram Nagr Ring Road
developed by the Forest department, it has a deer park
and a crocodile nursery. A variety of birds and deer can be
seen in their natural habitat.
Shaheed Smark (Kakori)
22 km. Situated on Lucknow-Rate Bareli road in
Mohanlalganj. After recent excavations, this place proves
its antiquity. Here the remains of 7th century BC have been
unearthed. The findings testify its importance during the
Shung, Kushan and Gupta periods.
Deva Sharif
25 km. from Lucknow it is in Barabanki.
Drgah of Haji Ali Shab.
Excursions

20. Malihabad
30 km. On Luckonw-Hardoi Road, is famous for its variety
of delicious mangoes, know as Dasharhari.
Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary
43 km. Situated on the Lucknow-Kanpur highway, this
sanctuary attracts several migratory birds during winter.
The best seaaon to visit the sanctuary is between October
and March.
Mahadeva
62 km. This religious place is famous for its ancient
Lodheshwar Mahadev Temple. On Maha Shivratri
devotees come here in a large number from far off.

21. BY-
Abhinav Maurya