Gardens in Lucknow | Image Resource : hunt.in
Lucknow is nicknamed as ‘The City of Nawabs’. The city was the capital of Awadh during the 17th and 18th centuries. The city has a unique place at the global level due to its impressive architecture, alluring gardens, dance, music and poetry. Being a lover of ghazals and Mughlai cuisine, I had a long standing desire to visit. Therefore, to fulfill my long cherished dream, I visited the city last spring. Here is a brief account of my train journey from Kolkata to Lucknow:-
Chattar Manzil | Image Resource : citylucknow.in
Visiting the major attractions of the city
The major attractions of the city include Rumi Darwaza, The Residency, Chattar Manzil and Bada Imambara. The Rumi Darwaza is a grand gateway which was built by Nawab Asaf-Ud-Dowlah in 1784. It is a fine specimen of Awadhi architecture. It lies adjacent to Asafi Imambara in Lucknow, and is the major landmark of the city. The gate was used as an entrance to the Old Lucknow city. The Chattar Manzil is an umbrella shaped building. It used to be the residence of the Nawabs of Awadh.
The major attractions of the city include Rumi Darwaza, The Residency, Chattar Manzil and Bada Imambara. The Rumi Darwaza is a grand gateway which was built by Nawab Asaf-Ud-Dowlah in 1784. It is a fine specimen of Awadhi architecture. It lies adjacent to Asafi Imambara in Lucknow, and is the major landmark of the city. The gate was used as an entrance to the Old Lucknow city. The Chattar Manzil is an umbrella shaped building. It used to be the residence of the Nawabs of Awadh.
Lucknow Nr Railway Station | Image Resource : blogspot.com
The Chattar Manzil is located on the banks of Gomti river. Earlier it consisted two buildings-Bari(larger)Chattar Manzil and Chhoti(smaller)chattar manzil. Only the smaller one exists today. Both the buildings were a combination of Indo-Islamic and European architectural style. It is well connected with the Lucknow Nr railway station via the Gandhi Marg. The Bada Imambara is a shrine built by Shia Muslims for mourning during Muharram. It is one of the most magnificent buildings of the city.
The British Residency refers to a several buildings in a common zone in Lucknow. Located at the heart of the city, the main landmarks here are the Shaheed Smarak, Tehri Kothi and High Court Building. The building of Nawab Saadat Ali Khan II, who was the fifth Nawab of Awadh. It was besieged and destroyed during the revolt of 1857.
The British Residency refers to a several buildings in a common zone in Lucknow. Located at the heart of the city, the main landmarks here are the Shaheed Smarak, Tehri Kothi and High Court Building. The building of Nawab Saadat Ali Khan II, who was the fifth Nawab of Awadh. It was besieged and destroyed during the revolt of 1857.
Lucknow-City of Nawabs | Image Resource : marryamhreshii.com
Cuisine
The ‘City of Nawabs’ holds a special place in the heart of every food enthusiast. The traditional cuisine of the city’s food was patronized by the Nawabs. Therefore, it has a royal touch. The restaurants here offer a wide range of Mughlai delicacies such as Haleem, Biryani, Boti Kabab, Rogan Josh and Pasanda. Some of the best Mughlai restaurants of the city are located in Charbagh area.
The restaurants are at a stone’s throw from Lucknow Nr railway station. After some shopping during the evening, I took a cab to reach the railway station. There are numerous canteens inside the station as well. Other facilities inside Lucknow Nr railway station include the presence of waiting rooms, book stores and urinals.
The ‘City of Nawabs’ holds a special place in the heart of every food enthusiast. The traditional cuisine of the city’s food was patronized by the Nawabs. Therefore, it has a royal touch. The restaurants here offer a wide range of Mughlai delicacies such as Haleem, Biryani, Boti Kabab, Rogan Josh and Pasanda. Some of the best Mughlai restaurants of the city are located in Charbagh area.
The restaurants are at a stone’s throw from Lucknow Nr railway station. After some shopping during the evening, I took a cab to reach the railway station. There are numerous canteens inside the station as well. Other facilities inside Lucknow Nr railway station include the presence of waiting rooms, book stores and urinals.
Lucknow Nr Train Station Map | Image Resource : marryamhreshii.com
Amenities inside the station
The railway station here is operated by the Lucknow division of Northern Railway. The train that mainly operate in this route terminate at or pass through this station. The Lucknow Nr Train Station code is LKO. The station has a total of nine platforms and more than 320 trains. The junction holds two six platforms. Located in, the southern part of the city, the station’s name literally means four beautiful gardens around the station. You can take the help of Lucknow Nr train station map to ensure a hassle free travel experience.
The railway station here is operated by the Lucknow division of Northern Railway. The train that mainly operate in this route terminate at or pass through this station. The Lucknow Nr Train Station code is LKO. The station has a total of nine platforms and more than 320 trains. The junction holds two six platforms. Located in, the southern part of the city, the station’s name literally means four beautiful gardens around the station. You can take the help of Lucknow Nr train station map to ensure a hassle free travel experience.
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