Safed Baradari Lucknow

It doesn’t come as a surprise to Lucknowites if they say that there is a wedding being solemnized at some venue in Qaiserbagh and pat comes the question – “Is…

Constantia House: Enduring the tests of time

  Since the British period, Lucknow has been home to one of the finest schools and colleges in India. Even today, Lucknow acts as a hub of education and research…

British Residency in Lucknow – Witness to the Mutiny of 1857 

How did the British Residency in Lucknow become the center of the Mutiny of 1857? Sleeping quietly in the middle of the city, the British Residency is a popular historical…

The Restyling of Hazratganj

  Hazratganj is not only a market, it is representative of an era that still continues to allure the Lucknowites and non-Lucknowites alike. An evening spent in Hazratganj will definitely…

The Shah Najaf Imambara – Reminiscences of a Spiritual Quest

  The land of the imperial Nawabs, Lucknow is popular all over the world for its delectable Awadhi cuisine,  Tehzeeb (sophisticated culture), zardozi (embroidery), Taareekh (rich ancient past), and Chehl-Pehl…

Chhattar Manzil: Lucknow’s Jewel in the Crown 

Chattar Manzil: A Glorious Symbol of Lucknow’s Heritage Nestled along the banks of the Gomti River in Lucknow, the Chattar Manzil palace is a remarkable testament to the city’s rich…

Rumi Darwaza: The Gateway to History of Lucknow

In the words of Mr. George Russell, a reporter for The New York Times, who visited Lucknow after the first war of Indian Independence in 1857, “the stretch of road…

The Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI)

Lucknow is an amalgamation of the past and the present, the laid back attitude and cut throat competitiveness, the architectural beauty on the one hand and the avenues for modern…

The Pristine Attractiveness of Sikander Bagh

Hazratganj can be said to be the heart of the city with most shopping destinations  around,  some of the prestigious educational institutions located in the area, and leading business houses…

Love Lane: The Heart of Hazratganj

Love Lane, Hazratganj: A Fashion Hotspot with a Story Tucked away in the heart of Hazratganj, Love Lane is a narrow, vibrant shopping alley buzzing with energy. Known for its…