LUCKNOW – THE CITY OF TEHZEEB, KABABS, AND NAWABS

THE CITY OF TEHZEEB, KABABS, AND NAWABS

Fondly known as the city of Tehzeeb (culture) or the City of Nawabs, the capital of Uttar Pradesh has derived its name from Lakshman, younger brother of Lord Ram, according to popular belief. It is believed that Lord Rama had ordered Lakshman to establish a town that today is known as Lucknow. In addition to being called “City of Nawabs”, this city is also known among historians as Shiraz-i-Hind, the golden city of the east, and The Constantinople of India. The dance forms and musical traditions of this culturally vibrant…

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