Lucknow, is the largest and capital city of Indian state of Uttar Pradesh which is located on the banks of Gomti River. Lucknow is a perfect blend of rich culture and heritage which can be seen all over the city and its wonderful architectural buildings. This bustling city is well-known for its warm Nawabi era, mouth-watering cuisines and perfect mixture of modern and ancient architecture. The city has been the center of the War of Independence 1857 which can be witnessed through the colonial buildings standing across the city. Lucknow, has been the seat of power of Nawab Clans who ruled here for quite a long time whose influence can be seen throughout the city in its ancient architecture, cuisines, art and crafts, dance and music forms.
Lucknow is clubbed into two parts, the new Lucknow which is well-dotted with clean and wide roads, lush green parks and gardens, shopping malls and high-end clothing shops, riverfronts and museums. On the other hand, the old Lucknow is decorated with ancient architecture, vibrant streets, bustling markets, kebabs and biryani food outlets, and what not which provides a perfect glimpse about this charming “City of Nawabs”. Along with this, Lucknow is well-known all over the world for its unique Chikan Embroidery work over the cloths and classical dance forms like Kathak along with some of the fascinating classical music forms like Thumri, Dadra and Horis.
Lucknow Tour Packages, will provide you perfect glimpse on Nawabi culture and rich heritage of India through its ancient buildings, rich history, amazing dance forms and lip-smacking cuisines which will make you fall in love with this wonderful “City of Nawabs”. You will be amazed to see the welcoming culture of this city and courtly manners of its people who always please the visitors with two quotes – “Pehle App” which means “ You First” and the other one – “Muskurayein Aap Lucknow Mein Hain” which means “Smile please, you are in Lucknow!”.
Custom Tours India would like you to add this fascinating city in your upcoming tour of India where we will take you to explore this ancient city of India and its bustling markets, ancient buildings, mouth-watering cuisines and gardens. Below mentioned places are the top sightseeing places in Lucknow.
Dr. Ambedkar Park is built in order to pay tribute to Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar which was commissioned by former CM of Uttar Pradesh, Mayawati. The park houses amazing statues and structures of freedom fighters and historical importance.