👑 The Awadh Circuit: A Cultural Journey from Prayagraj to Lucknow (The City of Nawabs)
The journey from the spiritual center of Prayagraj (Allahabad) to the cultural capital of Lucknow is a smooth and insightful drive, taking approximately four to five hours.
DAY 1: Prayagraj – The Confluence and Colonial Heritage
The first day is dedicated to the ancient city of
Prayagraj, the "King of Tirthas" (pilgrimage sites), before proceeding to Varanasi.
Detail:
Start your day early at the Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of the
Ganga, Yamuna
(visible), and the mythical Saraswati (invisible). Hire a boat to the exact spot
to
witness the distinct colors of the rivers merging.
Visit the nearby Allahabad Fort (built by Akbar), which houses the Patalpuri
Temple, the
famous Akshayavat (Immortal Banyan Tree), and the Bade Hanuman Ji Temple
(known for its
large, reclining idol).
Explore the city's historical side by visiting Anand Bhavan, the ancestral home
of the
Nehru family, now a museum dedicated to the Indian freedom struggle, and the adjacent
Swaraj Bhavan.
DAY 2: Lucknow – The City of Nawabs and Architectural Grandeur
Day 2 is focused entirely on the heart of Lucknow—exploring its iconic
Mughal and colonial architecture, rich culinary traditions, and the Nawabi culture.
Detail:
Begin with a visit to the Bara Imambara, a masterpiece of Awadhi architecture.
Explore
its central hall and the labyrinthine puzzle known as the Bhul Bhulaiya on the
upper
levels.
Visit the beautiful Chota Imambara (Hussainabad Imambara), famous for its opulent
decorations and chandeliers, often called the Palace of Lights.
Explore the hauntingly beautiful ruins of The Residency (British Residency), a site of
great historical importance during the 1857 Indian Rebellion.
PRAYAGRAJ TO LUCKNOW FARES: YOUR GUIDE TO TRANSPORTATION PRICES
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