Lucknow

Experience a perfect blend of culture, niche discoveries, and shopping at Lucknow’s foremost exclusive fair, where the city takes center stage. Discover your signature scent, and explore the streets of Lucknow. Throughout this journey, you’ll appreciate the city’s syncretic culture, architectural heritage, and rich history, engaging all five senses.

What’s the focus?

Walks, talks, arts, crafts, weaves, & eats
Lucknow takes the centre stage at this annual festival

This festival offers a one-of-a-kind chance to dive deep into the heart of Lucknow’s vibrant culture. Experience hands-on workshops in traditional crafts, indulge in authentic local cuisine, and discover the city’s rich history through art exhibits and insightful lectures. The lively atmosphere, filled with music, dance, and storytelling, brings visitors and locals together, creating an unforgettable journey into the soul of Lucknow.

Launched in 2010, this annual festival embodies the rich essence of Lakhnavi culture. It has become a beloved institution, eagerly awaited by locals and visitors alike, evidenced by its remarkable growth in attendance—from just hundreds of participants to over 25,000 in 2022.

But, what’s the twist?

We’ve added something special to this experience. Our expert guides are true locals, born and raised in the heart of Lucknow, and they know the city’s heritage inside and out. That means you’ll get exclusive stories, hidden gems, and insider knowledge you won’t find in guidebooks or typical tours. Prepare to uncover the authentic essence of Lucknow like never before!

What we promise

Stay for 3 nights at a good hotel
You’ll find your signature scent
You’ll enjoy a home cooked community meal
You’ll shop till you drop
You’ll experience a unique crafts festival
You’ll enjoy the company of a great bunch of women

What we have included

You still ask why?

5 reasons to join us for this tour

Reason #1 To visit the roof tested for strength by an Elephant

Ever heard of an elephant being hoisted to test the strength of a roof? The grand hall of the Bada Imambara, renowned as the third-largest unsupported vaulted space in the world, was evaluated for its durability using this truly ingenious technique. Navigate the maze to uncover the roof that once bore the weight of an elephant.

Reason #2 For the Thumris, Dadras and Ghazals

Immortalised by legends like Ustad Bismillah Khan and Begum Akhtar, the Lucknow Gharana is know for its soothing blend of intricate lyrical beauty with soulful melodies. Wake with Lucknow at the crack of dawn to drown in the melodies of renowned artists who pay their ode to the city and its musical history.

Reason #3 For the Lucknowi Dum Aloo and Tunday kababs

From dishes born in the kitchens of Nawabi royalty to cherished recipes passed down through generations by various communities that flourished under the patronage of the nawabs, the food of Lucknow is a true testament to the city’s syncretic culture.

Reason #4 For Gulaabo, Kasturi, Hina and Jasmine

The legacy of Nur Jahan’s discovery journeyed to Lucknow and its surroundings, where perfumes crafted from natural ingredients flourished and spread across the globe. It’s no wonder that one of the attar fragrances, “Oudh,” became synonymous with the kingdom itself.

Reason #5 For the love of Indian weaves and handicrafts

Lucknow’s weaves reflect the city’s intricate architecture on cloth and handlooms. At the crafts mela, the focus is on these exquisite weaves while providing a vibrant platform for women nationwide to showcase their handiwork, celebrating and preserving India’s rich craftsmanship.

Bonus Reason?

It falls on a weekend!! So take just 2 days off to get an experience you will remember for a lifetime.

Convinced yet?

You’ve seen the sights, heard the sounds, tasted the flavours, smelled the scents, and felt the crafts. Now it’s time to live the experience.

Need more reasons to secure your place on this unforgettable journey?

Ask for extensions and make a holiday out of it!