Description

Ranchi is the capital city of the state of Jharkhand near Subarnarekha River. Ranchi is known also as the 'city of waterfalls' due to many waterfalls it has amidst the lush green valleys and hills. Ranchi is situated on the Ranchi Plateau of the eastern Chota Nagpur plateau system, with lofty flat-topped hills in the northwest. Along with the picturesque backdrop, Ranchi is famous for beautiful historical monuments, rich mineral deposits and mining industries. Ranchi, now a well-industrialized city is slowly turning into a metropolitan one.

Duration

Distance: 412km from Kolkata. Ranchi has its own domestic airport called the Birsa Munda Airport.
Time: Around 10h by train journey.

Best Time to Visit

The best season to visit Ranchi is the winter season. In this season, the temperature remains comfortable and is apt for sightseeing and other pursuits.

Hotel Range

1500/- to 4500/- average price range per room per night excluding Tax and GST.

Tips

A visit to the famous waterfalls such as Dassam Falls, Jonah Falls, Hirni Falls and Hundru Falls.
Do visit the Ranchi Hills, Gonda Hills and Rock Garden, and Tagore Hills known for being a literary sanctuary for Nobel laureate, Rabindranath Tagore. • Ranchi offers an authentic blend of cuisines, typically of tribal influences. ChannaBhatura, Golgappas,LittiChokha, Kulfi, and Sattu drinks etc. are must try.
Ranchi is famous for its ethnic handicrafts and metalwork, all of which are displayed at Firayalal, which is one of the most popular shopping destinations for tribal souvenirs. Their Paitkar Art highlights the cultural heritage of Eastern India through scroll paintings that describe the historical events.
Also, visit Birsa Wildlife Sanctuary, Nakshatra Van, Muta Crocodile Breeding Center,Tagorean Reminiscence, Kanke Dam and Jagannath Temples. Follow the nature trails to Panchghagh Falls.