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Kaiserbagh Palace

Constructed between 1848-1850, under the rule of Nawab Wajid Ali Shah, Kaiserbagh Palace is one of the most famous monuments and exotic masterpieces of Mughal architecture. It is located from the eastern end of the Chattar Manzil to the Tarawali Kothi. The Kaiserbagh palace is also mentioned in the journalist, William Howard Russell's record of the drunken British boycott of the Sepoy Mutiny in 1858. It houses a white-marbled central Baradari. Read More

Located in the River Bank Colony, the Lucknow Zoo is a famous attraction in the city. Also known as the Nawab Wazid Ali Shah Prani Udyan, it was originally known as The Prince of Wales Zoological Gardens. The Lucknow Zoo is home to numerous mammals, birds and reptiles, the most famous ones being the royal Bengal tiger, white Bengal tiger, Himalayan black bear and Asiatic lion. Established in 1921 by Nawab Nasiruddin Haider, this 71.6-acre zoo was established to celebrate the visit of the Prince of Wales to Lucknow. Housing over a thousand animals of hundred different species, the Lucknow Zoo also has a couple of activities such as a toy train ride through the zoo. The State Museum also displays Awadh artefacts at the Lucknow Zoo. Besides, several events such as Wildlife Week and Children's Day are celebrated here as well. Read More

The Mankameshwar Mandir is situated on the banks of river Yamuna at Saraswati Ghat in Lucknow. A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, this temple is the first to have had a woman priest. Mondays are considered the most special here, hence the busiest as well. Believed to be a 1000-year-old temple, the Mankameshwar Mandir is a huge magnet especially during the festival of Shivratri.

Located in Qaiser Bagh, the Tomb of Saadat Ali Khan is a combined mausoleum of both Saadat Ali Khan and his wife Khursheed Zadi. Constructed by their son, this is a tomb adorning the typical amalgam of Indian and Islamic architectural styles. Hosting an iconic central dome, the Tomb of Saadat Ali Khan gives way into a black and white interior housing the tombs. The tombs of Saadat Ali Khan and his other wives are found towards the southern end of the mausoleum. This attraction is found in proximity to the famous Begum Hazrat Mahal Park. Read More

Marine Drive is named after the famous Marine Drive in Mumbai. It is a picturesque strip of road adjacent to the River Gomti in Gomti Nagar, Lucknow. The spot is popular among the young crowd as a hangout place. Apart from that, people use it for jogging, cycling and similar activities. The path is sprinkled with benches to sit and relax.

Built by Nawab Saadat Ali Khan, the Moti Mahal is popularly known as the Pearl Palace. This historical monument located on the banks of river Gomti is constructed next to Mubarak Manzil and Shah Manzil. A former residence of the Nawabs of Lucknow during the time, Moti Mahal was initially a part of the Qaisar Bagh complex. The deteriorating flawless white structure of the palace is a great birdwatching spot, as the Nawabs of the time used to love sighting birds and other animal fights for entertainment. Today, the surrounding gardens are used to hold conferences, parties and other such special occasions. Read More

Also known as Shahid Chandra Shekhar Azad Bird Sanctuary, the Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary is located in Unnao near Lucknow. Engulfed by dense forests, this bird sanctuary is home to over 250 species birds and is also a great place to spot other wildlife. Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary houses domestic Indian birds and migratory birds such as the Peafowl, Sarus Crane, King Crow, Indian Roller among others. Besides, the sanctuary is also an abode for reptiles like Viper, Water Snakes, Cobra and Rattlesnakes. There is a deer park as well. The bird sanctuary also has an interpretation centre. Read More

Situated a little on the outskirts of Lucknow city, Nilansh Theme Park hosts an array of fun games, activities and an exclusive water park. The site also avails space for events, private parties and gatherings and overnight stays. Besides, the park also has gorgeous decor induced with artificially created lakes, beaches and gardens. Nilansh Theme Park hosts some of the best superlatives. Apart from siting Uttar Pradesh's biggest Single Pool Water Park, the theme park also has Lucknow's Largest Water Slide. It is also UP's first day and night water park, so get set to make evening plans here as well! Read More

Located close to Chhota Imambara and the Hussainabad Clock Tower, Hussainabad Picture Gallery is a popular tourist attraction in Lucknow. Housing life-size portraits of regional rulers, this gallery was built in the Barderie style of architecture. Thus, composing twelve doorways and was used as a summer house during the time. It also sites a mosque and plenty of greenery, a lawn and even a pond. Most of the intricate paintings here have an evident mark of optical illusion, thus making them all the more exclusive. Read More

Ramakrishna Math Lucknow

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A monastery and shrine established in Nirala Nagar, the Ramakrishna Math is an all-monk institution dedicated to Sri Ramakrishna . With the motto of "For one's own salvation, and for the welfare of the world", this building has a shrine adjacent to the institute. Built completely in marble, the Ramakrishna Math was first established by a 19th-century Bengali saint named Ramakrishna. It also sites various idols of Ramakrishna, Mother Sarada Devi and Swami Vivekananda. Read More