It is located in Morabadi, 3 kms away from central Ranchi, Tagore Hill is a favourite picnic spot for locals and tourists alike. There’s a small house on top of the hill built by Jyotirindranath Tagore, elder brother of Nobel Laureate Rabindranath Tagore. The steps wind their way from the house to a pillared canopy made of stone, which is usually crowded on weekends with people vying for a bird’s eye view of Ranchi. The Ramakrishna Mission Ashram, located a few steps away from the base of the hill, is famous for its vocational college.
Also known as the ‘Gautamdhara’, Jonha Falls is approximately 40 km from Ranchi and is easily accessible by road and train. Here, nature seems to have carved a flight of stairs out of stone for the water to walk down. The 500-odd steps to the bottom of the falls mean that it’s a stiff climb back, but the views make it worthwhile.
Located almost 10 km from the main city, it had been built by the king Jagannathpur Thakur during 1691 on a small hillock. Built on the same architectural design as Famous Jagannath Temple of Odisha, it too draws thousands of people every year on the occasion of Rath Yatra. The serene place is quite able to give a peaceful feeling removing anxiety and tension. Anyone who comes to Ranchi must take Blessings of Lord Krishna.
One of the most famous tourist spot, Hundru falls is created on the course of Subarnarekha river. The spectacular scene of water falling from a height of 98 metres is definitely an eye soother. Not only the falls but the greenery around is a cheery on the cake. It is 45 km from Ranchi which is accessible through road traveling. Suvrna Rekha Hydal Project located down the fall is also visited by tourists.
The Dassam fall is a natural cascade across the Kanchi river, A tributary of the Subarnarekha River. The water falls from a height of 44 meters (144ft). The sound of water echoes all around the place. It is an example of nick point caused by rejuvenation. The water is very clean and clear. It is natural for the tourist to enter into the water for bath or just to feel the cool water. It is 40 kms from Ranchi on NH 33.
Patratu Valley is located 35 km away from Ranchi city which is known for its panoramic view and twisting- twirling roads. The lake down the road is the biggest attraction where one can enjoy boating and fishing (by connecting with locals). The white water birds and large open sky is beautiful to watch and spend the time with friends and family. One can get many traditional artifacts to buy and eat varieties of street food.
On the confluence of River Bhairavi and River Damodar, Rajrappa Mandir is located 25 km from Ramgarh. The temple of Maa Chinnamasta is visited by people from West Bengal, Bihar and Odisha. Road is the most convenient way to reach here through which tourist enjoy the green lush forest and Ghati. The temple premises are full of small kiosks selling all the required items for Puja. The tantric style of architecture also attracts the tourists. There are 10 others small temples around the main deity shrine.
Located in the middle of the Ranchi City, Pahari Mandir is the dedicated Puja Sthal of Lord Shiva. Devotees arrive here from distant places to fulfill their wishes and pray to Lord Shiva. The main temple is situated in the top of the hill (Pahar) from where it gets its name. One has to climb hundreds of stairs to reach the main shrine from where the whole Ranchi city view is possible. The place draws thousands of devotees during Mahashivratri festival.
