Zoo : The Zoo houses some rare species of birds and animals . A favorite spot for recreation, Lucknow , Museum houses a large collection of artifacts and memorabilia and is located at Banarasi Bagh, within the zoo premises. The zoo has a large collection of animals, Museum timings : 10.30 AM to 4.30 PM Weekly off : Monday. Zoo timings : 5 AM to 7 PM .
Clock Tower : Near the Rumi Darwaza, is a 221 feet high clock tower built by Nawab Mohammed Ali Shah in 1881.
Excursions:
Ayohdhya :
It is 134km away from Lucknow . This popular pilgrim centre is situated on the banks of the Saryu river. It is believed to be the birth place of Lord Rama, the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The ancient city of Ayohdhya according to Ramayana, was founded by Manu, the law-giver of the Hindus. For centuries it was the capital of the descendants of the Surya dynasty of which Lord Rama was most celebrated king . The story of the epic Ramayana has been immortalised by Valmiki and immensely popularised by the great masses through centuries.
Neemsar - Misrikh :
It is 94km away from Lucknow . An important religious center with the temples of the goddess Lailta, Dadhichi Kund, Vyas Gaddi, Chakratirth and Hanuman Garhi.
Kukrail Reserve Forest :
A picnic spot developed by the Forest Department, it has deer park and crocodile nursery. A variety of birds and dear can be seen in their natural habitat.
Hanuman Garhi :
According to legend Hanuman lived here in a cave and guarded the Janambhomi or Ramkot. The faithful believed that all their wishes will be granted with a visit to this holy shrine.
