Lucknow to Malaysia

Currently serving as the capital of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow was once ruled by ‘Nawabs’ for a long period of time, which has earned it the sobriquet of the ‘City of Nawabs.’ The language, culture, poetry and music of this city bear an indelible imprint of the Islamic influence. On a tour of Lucknow, travellers can visit the magnificent Dilkusha Palace; go to famous Dargah of Hazrat Abbas and lose the sense of direction in Bhool Bhulaiya- an amazing labyrinth in the city. Lucknow hosts a number of festivals, every year; participating in one of which can help tourists get well acquainted with the rich culture and tradition of the city. The Islamic festivals such as Chup Tazia, Nowruz and Muharram are the major events of the city. Bara Imambara, Karbala of Inayat-ud-Daula, Maqbara of Mir Anis and Rumi Darwaza are some of the historical edifices that tourists must not afford to miss, when on a Lucknow trip. Shopping in the local markets, conversing with the locals and listening to the Urdu poetry are essential parts of the experiences that this city has on offer. Blessed with a unique cultural appeal, Lucknow invites visitors to discover its subdued charms. From MakeMyTrip, tourists can pick one of the many exciting tour packages to enjoy a comfortable stay in this city.

Malaysia, is Asia’s food heaven and cultural melting pot. With home to pristine beaches, lush jungles, reefs and rainforests, fresh highlands, and skyscrapers, Malaysia truly lives up to its slogan ‘Truly Asia’. Malaysia’s supercharged capital, Kuala Lumpur, resembles a crystal garden amongst towering skyscrapers, shopping malls and mono rail tracks. Devote a day to sample Kuala Lumpur’s delicious street food and stalls selling tropical fruits and smoothies; Chinese noodles and Indian dosas to aromatic and spicy Malay curries and seafood. The country really is a crossroads for so many Asian cultures; Muslim Malays, religiously diverse Chinese, Hindu and Muslim Indians live here, along with the indigenous people of Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo. This only proves Malaysia is an ethnically and linguistically diverse jigsaw puzzle. UNESCO World Heritage listed, Melaka and George Town (Penang) have distinctive architectural and cultural townscapes. Spend the day with a traditional tribe or at a tea plantation, strawberry farm, waterfalls in the Cameron Highlands. Trek through the vast national parks of Gunung Mulu and Taman Negara and encounter incredible wildlife, like tigers and elephants. Or head to Borneo and look for wild orangutans, hike through the rainforest, and marvel at the knife-sharp peek of Mount Kinabalu. Then, there are tropical islands such as Langkawi, Tioman and the Perhentian Islands, synonymous with sparkling sands and scuba diving on pristine reefs. Outside of diving, Malaysia is also known for its challenging whitewater rafting conditions; Kuala Kubu Bharu River and Ulu Slim River are two popular options. You can book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.