Sporting spirit: Games Nawabs played
Nawabs of Awadh elevated traditional sports like kite flying, cockfighting, and pigeon contests into expressions of skill and prestige. These 'baazi' games, deeply embedded in Lucknow's culture, involved significant investment in training animals and even wagers of land and gold. Despite evolving times and ethical debates, these vibrant traditions continue to be cherished in Lucknow's cultural memory.
Nawabs of Awadh elevated traditional sports like kite flying, cockfighting, and pigeon contests into expressions of skill and prestige. These 'baazi' games, deeply embedded in Lucknow's culture, involved significant investment in training animals and even wagers of land and gold. Despite evolving times and ethical debates, these vibrant traditions continue to be cherished in Lucknow's cultural memory.
