About Ranchi

Ranchi, the capital of the state of Jharkhand (which is endowed with rich iron ore and coal deposits), is rapidly developing into an important industrial hub in India. Famous for its natural scenic beauty and still unspoilt by modern commercialism, Ranchi is located in the eastern part of India, around 400 kms from Kolkata. Ranchi has very pleasant and moderate climate. During the month of February the temperature could vary from +80C to +200C.

Ranchi is situated in the heart of Chotanagpur at an altitude of 2140 feet (654.5 metres) above sea level. Once the summer capital of Bihar, Ranchi is well known for its scenic attractions, water falls, barren rocks and hillocks. It has a number of industrial complexes which are very important in the economic progress of country.

While on one hand, beautiful and exciting waterfalls are scattered around this city, on the other hand huge industries are also to be seen here which attract visitors. There are many scenic attractions in and around Ranchi which hold tourists for days together. It is also an important place for the study of tribal way of life and offers an ideal opportunity to those interested in anthropology. Jharkhand Tribal Research Institute and Museum is well worth a visit for those seeking to know more about the tribes of Jharkhand. Owing to its good climate, a lot of people come here for health reasons too. It gets 1530 mm rain annually.

bullet Altitude: 2140 ft
bullet Area: 35 Sq.kms
bullet Temperature (Max./Min.) Deg C: Summer - 40/21 Winter - 20/6.
bullet Rainfall: 1530 mm (61.2 inches) annually.
bullet Clothing: Summer: Light Cotton, Winter: Heavy Woollen
bullet Languages: Hindi, Nagpuria, Oraon, Mundari and Bangla.

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

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Ranchi Hill (Pahadi Mandir)

Ranchi Hill or Pahadi Mandir is one of the landmarks of Ranchi. The Shiva temple is situated on top of the hill called Pahadi Mandir. At the bottom of the hill is Ranchi Lake.

Rock Garden

 

Best place to spend your holiday. It is situated about 4 km. away from Albert Ekka Chowk, and is situated in front of CMPDI Headquarters on Kanke Road. It was designed to resemble the Rock Garden of Jaipur.

Tagore Hill

It is situated about 3 Km away from Albert Ekka Chowk near Ram Krishna Mission Ashram in Morabadi. It is said that several books were written by Gurudev Rabindra Nath Tagore atop the hill. One can have a bird's eye view of the city from the top of the hill.

Sun Temple

Sun Temple was built by Sanskriti Vihar organisation. It is situated at a distance of 40 kms on Ranchi Tata Road. It is built in the form of a Chariot with 18 wheels drawn by 7 white horses. It is surrounded by a pond which is used by devotees during Chhatth Puja for worshipping of the Sun God.

Ranchi Lake

It is situated in the heart of the city. It was excavated by Col. Onsely, a British Agent in 1842. The lake has an added attraction in form of boating facilities for visitors.

Jonha Falls

Jonha Falls also known as Gautamdhara is around 40 Kms from Ranchi. It is approachable both by Road and Rail. The falls can be admired by descending around 500 steps. There is a tourist rest house and Lord Buddha's temple. The river Kanchi flows nearby.

Hundru Falls

Hundru Falls is one of the most picturesque falls of Ranchi. It is situated 45 kms away from Ranchi on the Ranchi-Purulia Road. Here, the Subarnarekha river falls from a height of 320 feet. The pools at the bottom of the falls are favourite picnic and bathing spots.

Dasam Falls

Dasam falls is situated 34 kms away from Ranchi on Ranchi-Tata Road near a village called Taimara. Here, the Kachni river falls from an altitude of 144 feet. It is also known as Dasam Ghagh.
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