Lucknow (Lakhnau) is the capital city of Uttar Pradesh, India, situated on the banks of the Gomti River. Historically located in the Awadh (Oudh) region, Lucknow has always been a multicultural city and emerged as the cultural and artistic capital of North India during the 18th and 19th centuries.
Renowned for its courtly manners, Nawabi culture, gardens, poetry, music, and fine cuisine, Lucknow flourished under the patronage of the Persian-loving Shia Nawabs. Because of this rich heritage, the city is popularly known as “The City of Nawabs.”
The Hindu holy city of Ayodhya is located about 135 km from Lucknow.
The city experiences a temperature range of approximately 32°C to 15°C.
More details are available at the official tourism website: www.up-tourism.com.