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Design Resource
Zardozi
Stitches of Lucknow
by
Purana Lakhnau (Old Lucknow)
Old Lucknow is a feast for the eyes, totally full of life. People running around, tourists stopping by to see British Residency, Chota Imambara and Bhool Bhulaiya (the iconic buildings of the city), cows walking in the middle of the road, fruit sellers all along the footpaths, chaotic traffic, taanga rides and old people catching their share of winter sunshine are a common sight.
Chowk, as the name suggests, is a street in Lucknow with the distinction of being the oldest in the city. This commercial stretch is an ideal shopping hub for those looking for good quality chikan or zardozi garments - each one unique, handcrafted with special warmth and care, giving a glimpse of the hours and days of hard work gone into making them beautiful.
Chowk is also famous for traditional jewellery, flowers and attars (scents). It is a gourmet’s delight as well. It boasts of the best quality non-vegetarian food available in Lucknow. A visit to this area would be incomplete without trying one’s hand at the tasty Tunde ke kebabs, the wide range of Lucknow’s authentic Lassi, Kesaria doodh, Thandai, Rabri, Malai paan and the very famous Chatpati-chaat.
