Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, Lucknow
All three days of JLP 2026 are hosted at the Seth M.R. Jaipuria School flagship campus in Vineet Khand, Gomti Nagar — one of the largest school campuses in Lucknow, ringed by Ashoka trees and just a short drive from the city's heritage core.
Address
Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, Vineet Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow – 226010, U.P., India
Nearest airport
Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) — approx. 16 km / 35–45 minutes by road to Gomti Nagar.
Nearest railway
Lucknow Charbagh (LKO) — approx. 10 km / 30 minutes. Gomti Nagar railway station is closer at ~4 km.
Weather in late May
Lucknow in May is hot — typically 35–42°C in the daytime, dropping to a milder ~28°C in the evening. Light cottons, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle recommended.
Local transport
Uber and Ola work well across Lucknow. Gomti Nagar is well connected by the Lucknow Metro (Munshipulia line) and the school is a short ride from any city hotel.
Free in the evenings? Explore Nawabi Lucknow.
From the parks of Gomti Nagar to the kebab lanes of the old city — a quick guide to what's worth the cab fare during your time here.
Places to visit
Easy half-evening trips around Gomti Nagar, plus the old-city heritage classics.
Dr. Ambedkar Memorial Park
Sprawling 107-acre red sandstone memorial in Gomti Nagar with 124 stone elephants and grand domes. Best at golden hour.
Janeshwar Mishra Park
Asia's largest urban park — man-made lakes, cycling tracks, jogging trails and lush lawns, right in Gomti Nagar.
Bara Imambara & Bhul Bhulaiya
Lucknow's iconic 18th-century Nawabi monument with the famed labyrinth, Rumi Darwaza and Asfi Mosque. A must-see.
Chota Imambara
Ornate chandeliers, mirror work and quiet courtyards — often called the 'Palace of Lights'. Pair it with Bara Imambara.
Hazratganj
Lucknow's classic boulevard for shopping, chikankari kurtas, bookstores and old-school coffee houses. Lovely in the evening.
British Residency
Bullet-scarred ruins from the 1857 Siege of Lucknow, set in landscaped gardens. Quiet, evocative, and great for a slow walk.
Lulu Mall & Phoenix Palassio
Two of north India's largest malls — both in Gomti Nagar. Food courts, brands, multiplex and easy AC respite from the heat.
Food to try
From legendary galouti kebabs to 200-year-old sweet shops — the Lucknow stops worth a detour.
Tunday Kababi (Aminabad)
The legendary 1905 institution behind Lucknow's melt-in-mouth galouti kebabs with sheermal. Non-negotiable for first-timers.
Idris ki Biryani
Old-Lucknow dum biryani — slow-cooked, lightly spiced and famously hard to find. Worth the detour into the old city.
Dastarkhwan
Reliable, sit-down Awadhi spot — kakori kebabs, mutton korma and tandoori roti. Great for a proper group dinner.
Sharma Tea Stall (Lalbagh)
Iconic bun-makkhan and chai stop loved by generations of Lucknowites. Perfect for a quick morning detour.
Ram Asrey (Chowk)
A 200-year-old sweets institution — try the malai gilori, makhan malai (in winter) and motichoor laddoo.
Cafés around Gomti Nagar
Sakley's, Mojo's Bistro, The Hangout and Café Repertwahr — easy after-session spots within 5–10 minutes of the school.
Tip: Late-May Lucknow afternoons can cross 40°C — plan old-city heritage walks for early morning or post-sunset, and keep water and a cap handy. Old-city traffic is heaviest 6–9 pm.