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 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…

Bhool Bhulaiya: The Maze in the Bada Imambara

There is a high possibility that someone who has not even visited Lucknow once may have heard a lot about the adab and tehzeeb of the city. The same applies…

A Day in Aminabad

Lucknow is a city famous for its culture, cuisine and costumes. Right from the Lakhnawi tehzeeb and tunday kebabs to the artistic chikankari, you will find it all very enthralling…

Bada Imambara – The Epitome of Lucknow’s Old World Charm

Historical buildings and monuments develop the imagery of the rich past of a city. The city of Lucknow can boast of many spectacular monuments that are capable of taking visitors…