Ghazals on Lucknow

Among the many cities

that have had a history and a culture of their own, Lucknow is a prominent one. It enjoys a respectable place in the cultural and literary history of India. Lucknow also represents a major school of Urdu poetry which is different from the Delhi school and is known for its special treatment of language. In this section, we bring together some verses on the city that highlight its distinct features.