excursions

Kukrail Reserve Forest

8 KM. A picnic spot towards Khurram Nagr Ring Road developed by the Forest department, it has a deer park and a crocodile nursery. A variety of birds and deer can be seen in their natural habitat.

Kashishwar Mahadev Temple

15 km. It is situated on Lucknow-Allahabad road at Mohanlalganj. Established in 1860 by Raja Kashi Prasad, the Temple looks very beautiful due to its high structure.

Shaheed Smark (Kakori)

22 km. Situated on Lucknow-Rate Bareli road in Mohanlalganj. After recent excavations, this place proves its antiquity. Here the remains of 7th century BC have been unearthed. The findings testify its importance during the Shung, Kushan and Gupta periods.

Deva Sharif

25 km. See Index.

Malihabad

30 km. On Luckonw-Hardoi Road, is famous for its variety of delicious mangoes, know as Dasharhari.

Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary

43 km. Situated on the Lucknow-Kanpur highway, this sanctuary attracts several migratory birds during winter. The best season to visit the sanctuary is between October and March. Accommodation is available at UPSTDC Tourist Bungalow Priyadarshini Motel, Tel.: 05143-277050, 277360

Mahadeva

62 km. This religious place is famous for its ancient Lodheshwar Mahadev Temple. On Maha Shivratri devotees come here in a large number from far off.

Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary

43 km. Situated on the Lucknow-Kanpur highway, this sanctuary attracts several migratory birds during winter. The best season to visit the sanctuary is between October and March. Accommodation is available at UPSTDC Tourist Bungalow Priyadarshini Motel, Tel.: 05143-277050, 277360

Kanpur

87 km. See Index.

Naimisharanya

95 km. See Index.

Bithoor

109 km. See Index.

Samaspur Bird Samctuary

122 km. from Lucknow and 30 km from Rae Bareli on Lucknow - Unchahar Road. About 250 Varieties of migratory birds can be seen here.

Sandi

130 km. To the north of Sandi, Distt. Hardoi, is the large Dahar Lake. It is about km. in length and 3 km in breadth. It abounds in fish,

Ayodhya-Faizabad

134 km. See Index.

Gola Gokaram Nath

167 km from Lucknow and 35 km from Lakhimpur, on Lakhimpur-Gola road, it is a famous religious place especially kanwn for its ancient Lord Shiva Temple. There are many other Temples and a large sacred pond.

Dudhwa National Park

238 km. See Index.

Dilkusha

Dilkusha Kothi set amidst lush green lawns, was built in the Gothic style. The kothi and its adjoining magnificent garden were created by Nawab Saadat Ali Khan. It is almost an exact replica of an English country house called Seaton Delavel, built in 1721.

LA Martiniere

Built at the end of the 18th century by Major General Claude Martin, this fort-like building is a fine example of fusion of European and Mughal architectural styles. Today the building houses a leading educational institutions which was started in ti in 1840.

Charbagh Railway Station

Overpowering in dimensions yet aesthetically designed, Charbagh railway station built in 1914 incorporates the best of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. It gives an ideal traditional warm welcome to every visitor.

Vidhan Sabha Bhawan (The Councel House)

Its foundation was laid in 1922 by Sir Harcourt Butler and the construction was completed in six years. Its octagonal shaped chamber has a domed roof decorated with peacocks in fully plumed splendor.

Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Samajik Parivartan stahl

This major attraction to modern Lucknow spread over 107 acres of land in Gomti Nagar, is dedicated to the memory of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. As one passes through the gateway erected on the Gomti river, this architectural splendor unfolds itself. In the heart of this sprawling complex, stands a 112 ft. high memorial resembling a Stupa with a 18 ft. high bronze statue of Dr. Ambedkar. The various buildings within this grand monument, its lush gardens & lanes with a 20 ft. wide canal surrounding the memorial and serene atmosphere leave the visitors spell bound. This memorial also comes alive at night when the lighting of the monument & its surrounding is done, is a must see for every visitor to lucknow.
Parking facility cafeteria and public toilets are available. One can also enjoy delicious snacks at the UPSTDC Restaurant situated in front of the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Samajik Parivartan Sthal.

Samajik Parivartan Prateek Sthal

Nearby is Samajik Parivartan Prateek Sthal. It is an excellent example of beautification of a river front. The monument is an imposing sight and acts as a gateway to the Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar Samajik Parivartan Sthal.

Samta Mulak Chowk

The Samta Mulak Chowk (crossing), not far away from Samajik Parivartan Prateek Sthal, is built in a modern attractive style. The magnificent black stone statues of Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj, Sant Narayan Guru & Mahatma Jyotiba Rao Phule and greenery with specially created land-scaping are the attractions here. One km? from here is Bahujan Samaj Prerna Kendra near the Lal Bahadur Shashtri Annexe Bhawan.

Bauddha Vihar Shanti Upvan

5 km away from Charbagh Railway Station on the V.I.P. Road, the Bauddha Vihar Shanti Upvan is another new attraction of the city. The site spread over an area of about 27 acres, presents a rare picture of architecture and symmetry. Its magnificent buildings are built in sand-stone with tall pillars. The Meditation Hall, Library International Bauddha Shodh Sansthan, Bhikshu Niwas, Restaurant, Parking and the lush green gardens are some of the major attractions here.

Manyawar Kanshiram Memorial

Manyawar Kanshiram Memorial, another grand memorial which has beautiful & imposing murals depicting various important events in the life of Manyawar Shri Kanshiramji.
The huge 34m diameter dome which extends upto 52m, from a distance is an imposing sight which gives Lucknow a unique place in modern architectural history.
Adjacent to the Manyawar Kanshiram Memorial is the new Manyawar Shri Kanshiram ji Green Eco Garden which is under construction. It has an area of 190 acres and is beautiful gardens, water bodies & other botanical attractions.

Smritiupvan

Near Bauddha Vihar Shanti Upvan is the Smiti Upvan, situated at Bijnore road opposite the historical Bijli Pasi Quila. Spread over 11 acres of area, the structure within the upvan is built with grantie & sand-stone. The pathway, greenery and watch towers give the site a different look.
Adjacent to the Upvan is a big park, spread over 70 acres, where the annual Lucknow Festival and other events are held.

National Botanical Research Institute

Located at Sikanderbagh, where a pitched battle was fought during the first war of independence in 1857. The botanical garden is open to public from 9.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. Closed on Saturday and Sunday. Tel : 2205831

Lord Hanuman Temples of Aliganj

There are two highly revered Lord Hanuman temples in Aliganj locality, ine built in 1783 and the other built in 1798 by Chhatar Kunwar the queen mother of Nawab Saadat Ali Khan. 'Bara Mangal' fair (May-June) is held here on a gand scale.

Gurudwara at Yahiyaganj

Associated with the memories of Guru Teg Bahadurji and Guru Govind Singhji who had stayed here in 1671 and 1672, respectively. An art gallery depicting various events of Sikh panth has been established here.