Lucknow is also known as the "Nawabon ka Shahar". Lucknow is located in Uttar Pradesh, India. Lucknow is the capital of Uttar Pradesh. It is spread evenly on both the sides of river Gomti. It has always been known as a rich and multicultural city that flourished as a North Indian cultural hub. It had the seat of power of Nawabs in the 18th and 19th centuries and this is the reason why it is called "Nawabon ka Shahar".It continues to be an important center of governance, political, education, commerce, finance, pharmaceuticals, design, culture, tourism, music, and poetry.
Hindi is the main language and Urdu has widely spoken language out there. It is also the center of the Shia Muslims in India. Lucknow has been listed as the 17th fastest growing city in India and 74th in the world.As there are much heritage places the tourism is increased and improved by the government of the Uttar Pradesh. Lucknow is also growing as education as well as medical services. In education, it is a hub as many Engineering & Management colleges are here. Many coaching institutes for the preparation of IIT/PMT, Civil Services are also here. Lucknow has its own university which is about 80 years old which offers a number of courses.Here there are numerous of reputed school and collages.There are also medical colleges out there with hospitals.
2. places to visit
The places which you can visit in Lucknow are Rumi Darwaza Sikandar Bagh, Clock Tower, Chattar Manzil, State Museum, Zoo, Lohiya Park, Ambedkar Park, Anandi Water Park, Kala Gawn, Bara Imambara, Chota Imambara, etc. It is also a good place for shopping. Many markets, as well as malls are here. Some of the main markets of Lucknow are Hazaratganj, Aminabad, Chowk, Bhootnath Market, and Alambagh. Lucknow is also famous for its Chikan work clothes.
So, if you are still thinking of planning a next trip then Lucknow is the best option. And, if you are one of those who are going there then don’t forget to buy chikan clothes from Lucknow.