The city of Lucknow could be termed as a cultural epitome of Indian classical dance, classical music, Urdu literature, the Nawabi cuisine and of a lost golden era of sophistication. The city was the home for many learned Urdu poets and craftsmen. The city had attained its peak of glory during the period when the Nawabs of Awadh ruled. Lucknow had been their capital city. The Nawabs patronized music, dance and architecture of the city. The city is best remembered for the unique Kathak dance tradition, for the Hindusthani music tradition, and also for the Luckhnavi Chiakankari embroidery. It was the city of Urdu poets and bards and still continues to be one among the prominent historical cities of India by preserving the relics of a glorious past. This bustling city invites the travelers all across the globe.
Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh state, is situated on the banks of Gomti River. The city is surrounded by Barabanki, Unnao, Raebareli, Sitapur and Hardoi cities. It experiences a hot summer and a cold winter. Since the city is the capital of the UP state, it hosts top most administrative blocks of the state. It is the sixth fastest job-creating city in India according to 2010 survey. The economy of the city survives on handicrafts, textiles, marble products, gems and jewelry, brass work, chemicals and tourism.
One would witness a blend of Mughal and Awadh cultures in food, music, dance and lifestyle. The city was famous for ‘mushairas’ (poetry recitation) hosted by learned courtesans in the past. The famous Kathak Guru Birju Maharaj belongs to this city. Kathak was his family tradition followed by his parents and grandparents who lived in Lucknow. Gazal singer Begum Akhtar had lived here. The city hosts annual music and dance festivals for enthusiasts. The city offers wide range of Chikankari dress materials and sarees for the shopping freaks. Freak out at Aminabad Market, that is, one of the oldest markets of the city for traditional cloths and try out Hazratganj Market for trendy cloths. Don’t miss to taste the tikkas and kababs of Lucknow. Both Aminabad market and the Hazratganj markets provide Mughal delicacies.
The city is well connected by road, rail and air to Delhi. Cities like Allahabad, Varanasi, Jaipur, Agra, Delhi, Kanpur and Gorakhpur are well connected by road and railways. Lucknow is one of the major railway junctions of India. Direct flights are available for Delhi, Bombay, Bangalore, Patna, Kolkata and Hyderabad. Hire Car Taxi Lucknow for airport pickup and drops. Online Cab Booking could be done through Lucknow Car Rental Services.
Places of attraction are largely historical monuments. Visit Bara Imambara and Bhool Bhulaiya which is a 17th century tomb complex comprising a labyrinth called Bhool Bhulaiya and a step well. It is built in Mughal Badshahi Mosque style.
Rumi Darwaza is one of the important gates of the city built in 1784 by one of the Nawabs. It is a perfect example for Awadhi architecture.
Chota Imambara is another such monument which is a mausoleum built by the third Nawab of Awadh. It is also called the Palace of Lights because it would be decorated with chandeliers in festive seasons. All these are not located in one place. So, it would be nice if you hire a cab to travel around. Look for Cheap Car Rental Services Lucknow. Contact Clear Car Rental Services for further enquiry.
