Moving to Lucknow, India with IntlMOVE
When moving to India with IntlMOVE India, there are a number of thriving metropolises that will provide you with a rich cultural experience for this new chapter in your life. Lucknow, one of the fastest growing cities in India with over 4.6 million people, is the capital city of Uttar Pradesh.
Climate
When packing your household goods and personal effects for India, you will want to consider the climate of Lucknow before packing any clothes. The coldest months of the year are December, January and February, which make up Lucknow’s winter season. During the winter, the high temperatures will reach the 70s, while the low temperatures are somewhere in the 40s. The rainy season, in which more than 35 inches of rain will fall, lasts from the middle part of June to the middle part of September. The summer months are very hot with temperatures rising into the 100s. The lows are still in the 80s or even 90s. Although it’s tempting for women to wear short shirts and tank tops in this weather, remember that India is very conservative. For more information on what to wear, read “Moving to India: What to Wear.”
Jobs in Lucknow
With the population growth, Lucknow’s job opportunities are also on the rise. Some of the industries that are emerging include: education, banking, retail, information technology and construction. Real estate is also a growing industry with new opportunities popping up every day.
Some multinational companies with a presence in Lucknow include: Citibank, HSBC, Bharat Petroleum, Indian Oil Corporation, Tata Motors and many more.
If you are shipping your car to India with the rest of your household goods, IntlMOVE India can take care of this service for you. If you are moving to India without a car, the public transportation system in Lucknow can get you to where you need to go.
Things to Do
Lucknow is home to many cultural sites and attractions, such as the Lucknow Zoo, Samaspur Bird Sanctuary, National Botanical Gardens,
Lucknow is known as a cultural hub in India. If you are into the arts, you will always find something to enjoy. There are a number of poetry events that take place in this city.
Parks are abundant in the city, which host events and are relaxing places to enjoy the great outdoors. Some of the parks to check out include: Ambedkar Memorial, Jayanti Park, Begum Hazrat Mahal Park, Buddha Park and many more.
To go shopping, Aminabad is a bazaar located in the city center. Check out Hazratganj, which is an area of Lucknow known for its upscale shopping. There are many different malls to check out, such as Fun Republic Zee Mall, the East End Mall, Phoenix United Mall and more.
Exploring the different restaurants in Lucknow is an adventure on its own. This region of India is known for its biryanis, which are rice based dishes, kebabs and breads. However, there are restaurants for every budget and every taste. In addition to Indian food, you will also find Thai, Italian, American, Moroccan and just about any cuisine you can imagine.
Cricket, football (soccer), golf and hockey are some of the most popular sports in Lucknow. The main sport stadium in Lucknow is the K. D. Singh Babu Stadium.
