Built as a palatial home in the 18th century, La Martiniere College is a noted boarding school. The building's designer and original owner, Major General Claude Martin is buried in the basement. The architecture is nothing if not interesting--look for gargoyles and turrets, Corinthian columns, and Roman archways. PutLa Martiniere College into our Lucknow trip planner and find out what's close by, where to stay, and where to head next.
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The school is a really interesting and unusual stop which I would recommend to anyone visiting Lucknow. I didn't have high expectations but I was wrong. Lovely site, friendly staff and interesting...
The school is a really interesting and unusual stop which I would recommend to anyone visiting Lucknow. I didn't have high expectations but I was wrong. Lovely site, friendly staff and interesting... more »
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Born in Lyon, Major General Claude Martin came from a humble background. He realized the value of formal education and set aside a portion of his estate for the founding of schools in Kolkata...
Born in Lyon, Major General Claude Martin came from a humble background. He realized the value of formal education and set aside a portion of his estate for the founding of schools in Kolkata... more »
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A very interesting and historical place to visit. The architecture of this college is gorgeous and learning about the life of Gen. Claude Martin was indeed intriguing.
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La martinier College, Lucknow, established in 1845, was founded in accordance with the Will of Major General Claude Martin very old building and good education very famous college in Lucknow beautiful building and ground
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