About Lucknow
Formerly known as Awadh or Oudh, Lucknow is a city well renowned for its architectural splendors, fine etiquettes, delectable cuisine and the leisurely habits, which still have the flavor of the Nawabi culture. The city has preserved the rich heritage of the bygone era with much pride. Lucknow is best visited during September and October and has numerous places to visit like the Bada Imambada, Rumi Darwaza, Husainabad Imambada, Lucknow Residency and Jama Masjid. While visiting Lucknow, don’t miss to savour the mouth-watering Mughlai cuisines or to pick up some fine works of ‘Chikankari’ (exquisite shadow-work embroidery on fine muslin cloth).