A
Tour of Lucknow,
The City of Nawabs

Image credit: Getty

Once the capital of Awadh region, Lucknow is commonly referred to as the city of Nawabs for its rich culture and warm hospitality

Image credit: Getty

The grand Rumi Darwaza at the entrance of old Lucknow is telling of the time when the city flourished under the Mughal empire

Of the many historical monuments, the Bara Imambara is most popular. It was built by Nawab Asaf-ud-Daula in the 17th century

Image credit: Getty

Lucknow is truly a food lover's paradise with endless delectable local delicacies

Video credit: Getty

The most famous is Tunday Kababi, the iconic eatery at Chowk for its melt-in-the-mouth galouti kebabs

Lucknowi biryani too has a cult following. Fluffy, fragrant rice cooked with aromatic spices and tender meat is an absolute treat

For fashion enthusiasts, Lucknow is where you can learn all about the fine craft of chikankari, the delicate hand embroidery

Video credit: Getty

Pick gorgeous chikankari outfits ranging from kurtas to suits and sarees to add to your ethnic wear collection

@anjulbhandari/Instagram

@anjulbhandari/Instagram

For those looking for some sheen, Lucknow is also famous for kamdani or mukaish, which is an embroidery done with metallic thread

@anjulbhandari/Instagram

For a sweet end to your trip, don't forget to try Lucknow's famous dessert - Makhan Malai or Nimish - during the winter months

Click on the Link Below to See More Travel Stories