Lucknow - Tour of Kushinagar where Buddha attained Mahaparinirvana
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The center story in this excursion is one of the largest shopping malls in India. Its history goes back to the early 19th century and the Victorian era, when India was the crown jewel in the British colonial empire. You will take a guided walk and learn about the unique history of Hazratgunge (Hazratganj) market.
• Hazratganj Market History.
• Tea session.
• Glitzy Shops.
You will be picked up from your hotel in the city center and will be escorted in your air-conditioned vehicle to Hazratganj in the afternoon. Upon arrival meet your local guide and start your walking tour. The Victorian Walk at Hazratganj familiarizes you with the shopping area’s rich history. A marketplace that has evolved with time, has in the past, and caters today to the cultured and the elite of Lucknow. Your walking tour includes a break for a freshly brewed Darjeeling Tea session and tea-time essentials. On this tour you will discover the Hazratganj of yore and will be able to compare it with the transformed mall of today. Hazratganj Mall goes back to the early 19th century, survived the mutiny of 1857, was at one time accessible to the British elite only, experienced the second world war and Indian Independence in 1947. Today’s people of Lucknow take pride in being seen here. Enjoy and admire the glitzy showrooms and emporia that entice you with their color and style. Walkers on this tour will be guided by an expert, who will also give ample time to enjoy the surroundings. The commentary on this walk is through an audio guide system, helping you to listen to your guide, even when you are not necessarily following him. Upon completion of ther tour, you will be driven back to your hotel within the city center.
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