Attractions
Waterfalls
Dassam Falls, Ranchi
Dassam Falls, also known as Dassam Ghagh, is a stunning 144-foot cascade on the Kanchi River, a tributary of the Subarnarekha, renowned for its thunderous roar and picturesque setting amidst lush greenery
Jonha Falls, Ranchi
Jonha Falls, also known as Gautamdhara Falls, is a breathtaking waterfall located in Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India, where the Gunga River cascades down from a height of around 43 meters (141 feet), creating a mesmerizing view.
Hundru Falls, Ranchi
Hundru Falls, located in Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India, is a spectacular waterfall formed by the Subarnarekha River, plunging from a height of 98 meters (322 feet). It is the 34th highest waterfall in India and a popular tourist destination
Panchghagh Falls, Khunti
Panchghagh Falls, located in Khunti district, Jharkhand, India, is a waterfall formed by the Banai River, branching out into five different streams, creating a mesmerizing cluster of singing rivulets amidst rocks.
Lodh Falls, Palamu
Lodh Falls, also known as Budha Ghagh, is the highest waterfall in Jharkhand, cascading from a height of 143 meters (469 ft) in the dense forests of the Latehar district, creating a thunderous sound audible from a distance
Lower Ghaghri Falls, Netarhat
Lower Ghaghri Falls is a captivating waterfall located near Netarhat in the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India, known for its enchanting beauty as it cascades down from a height of 98 meters (322 ft)
Hirni Falls, West Singhbhum
The best part of the landscape in which Hirni falls is located apart from the dense forests surrounding it is the tower located here. One can have the total view of the beautiful waterfalls and the wide ranging jungle around from this tower.
Perwaghagh Falls, Khunti
Perwaghagh Falls is a waterfall with clear water flow on Chata River in the Fatka panchayat of Torpa. The word “perwa” means pigeon and “ghagh“ means home which depicts the “House of Pigeons” inside the waterfall.
Usri Falls, Giridih
The character of the gneissic complex of this region is well exposed. Some of the rocks have been split up into blocks of huge dimension whose polished and clean surfaces have been chequered by veins of various hues
Pilgrim Circuit
Parasnath, Giridih
At 1365 m Parasnath is the highest mountain peak in the state of Jharkhand, and is theoretically inter-visible with Mount Everest over 450 km eyeteeth. It is believed that 20 out of 24 Teerthankars have attained their deliverance here on the highest peak in this range, Sammet Sikhar.
Baidyanath Temple, Deoghar
Baidyanath Temple, also known as Baba Baidyanath Dham, is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and a shaktipeeth, drawing devotees in hordes every year
Luguburu Ghantabari, Bokaro
Luguburu Ghantabari Fair is an annual religious event for the Santhal tribal community, held in Lalpania, in Bokaro, Jharkhand. The event attracts large numbers of Santhal devotees from across India and abroad, particularly from West Bengal, Bihar, Orissa, Nepal and Bangladesh also.
Basukinath Temple, Dumka
Basukinath Temple is revered as a divine court of justice and a significant pilgrimage site, where the sacred shrines of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati face each other, symbolizing their eternal union.
Maa Dewri Mandir, Ranchi
The temple houses a 700-year-old murti (statue) of Goddess Durga (Kali) with 16 hands, and it is revered by both the tribal Bhumij-Munda community and Hindu devotees.
Jagannath Temple, Ranchi
Jagannath Temple in Ranchi, India is a 17th-century temple dedicated to Lord Jagannath. It was built by the king of Barkagarh Jagannathpur, Thakur Ani Nath Shahdeo, in 1691.
Rankini Temple, Jadugora
Rankini Mandir, also known as Kapadgadi Ghat Rankini Mandir is a temple situated in Jadugora. The stone that is the murthi is believed to be a physical incarnation of Goddess Rankini.
Amreshwar Dham, Khunti
It is famous religious center of the district known for its Shiv Temple. Every year during Sawan season local festival is celebrate for one month long.On Maha-shivratri Day, temple is visited by many disciples from different regions of Jharkhand.
Pahari Mandir, Ranchi
This temple of Shiva situated on the mountain was in the possession of the British before the independence of the country and they used to hang the freedom fighters here. Since the partition of India, the national flag is also hoisted with Independence Day and Republic Day.
Rajarappa Temple, Ramgarh
The Chhinnamasta temple is popular for its Tantric style of architectural design. Apart from the main temple, there are ten temples of various deities such as the Surya, Hanuman and Shiva
Naulakha Temple - Deoghar
It is situated 1.5 k.m. away from Baba Baidyanath Temple. It is a nice visiting spot. This temple looks like the temple of Ramakrishna in Belur. The amount spent in construction of the temple was about Rupees Nine lakhs (9 lakhs). Hence it became known as Naulakha Temple.
Bhuvaneshwari Temple, Jamshedpur
This temple was founded in 1978 by Swami Rangarajan and follows the typical Dravidian style of architecture. It is a magnificent sight to see with its five-tiered Rajagopuram (the main entrance tower) standing at a towering height of 64 feet and decorated with 5 Kalasams (spires).
Rural Tourism
Deuridih Rural Tourism
Located in the Kharsawan block 54 KMS from Jamshedpur, Deuridih village is a part of the silk hub of the state. Jharkhand today is the highest producer of Tussar silk in the country. There are rows of Arjun and Asan plants, where the silk worms are reared.
Amadubi-Panijiya Rural Tourism
Amadubi Village is home to talented tribal artists who are known for the traditional Paitkar Scroll Paintings. The village is home to around 54 chitrakar families who are skilled in painting scenes from epics, folklore and village life on scrolls made from leaves and barks of trees.
McCluskieganj (Mini London)
The small town was originally founded for the Anglo-Indian community and is located at a drive of about an hour from Ranchi. The town is named after the businessman Ernest Timothy McCluskie who envisioned the community to settle there.
Adventure Tourism
Khandoli, Giridih
Khandoli is a famous center of adventure sports in Jharkhand. It is situated at a distance of about 8km North-East of Giridih. The hill, the dam, and the green landscape lure thousands of migratory birds each year. Tourists from different parts of the country visit Khandoli for bird watching and taking part in various adventure sports.
Trikut Parvata, Deoghar
Trikut Pahar is one of the most exciting tourist destination in Deoghar, where you can enjoy Trekking, Ropeway, Wildlife Adventures and a safe natural retreat. It is also a popular picnic spot and a place for Pilgrimage
Aerosports (Glider), Ranchi & Dumka
The Jharkhand Flying Institute (Gliding) of Jharkhand State is situated at State Capital Ranchi and the holy city of Deoghar. The Club was established in 1998 at Ranchi and in 2015 at Deoghar, being the most active Gliding Club in the Country.
Dams & Reservoirs
Patratu Dam, Ramgarh
Patratu Dam, located in the Ramgarh district of Jharkhand, India, was constructed to supply water to the Patratu Thermal Power Station. The dam is not only functional but also a beautiful tourist spot, attracting visitors throughout the year, especially during the winter season for picnics
Maithon Dam, Dhanbad
Maithon Dam, the largest dam in Jharkhand, located on the Barakar River in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, India, is a captivating tourist destination known for its captivating beauty, boating opportunities, bird watching, and lakeside picnics.
Massanjore Dam, Dumka
Massanjore Dam, also known as Canada Dam, is a noteworthy engineering feat situated in Dumka, Jharkhand. Built under the expertise of a Canadian engineer in 1956, it represents a bilateral friendship of Canada assisting India.
Getalsud Dam, Ranchi
Getalsud Dam, located on the Barakar River in Ormanjhi, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India, is an artificial reservoir opened in 1971. It serves as a popular picnic spot for residents of Ranchi and Ramgarh District.
Chandil Dam, Seraikela Kharsawan
Chandil Dam, located on the Subarnarekha River in Seraikela Kharsawan district, Jharkhand, India, is a popular tourist destination known for its scenic beauty, boating opportunities, bird watching, and ancient rock inscriptions displayed in a nearby museum
Tilaiya Dam, Koderma
Tilaiya Dam, located on the Barakar River in Koderma district, Jharkhand, India, is a captivating tourist destination known for its scenic beauty, boating opportunities, and lakeside picnics. The dam, part of the Damodar Valley Corporation
Wildlife Sanctuaries & National parks
Betla National Park, Palamu
Betla National Park, located on the Chota Nagpur Plateau in the Latehar and Palamu district of Jharkhand, India, is a rich wildlife sanctuary hosting diverse flora and fauna, including tigers, leopards, elephants, deer, langurs, and various bird species
Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary, Jamshedpur
Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary, located 10 km from the city of Jamshedpur in the state of Jharkhand, is a wildlife sanctuary inaugurated in 1975 that contains a significant population of the Indian elephant.
Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary, Hazaribagh
Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary, earlier known as Hazaribagh National Park, is a protected wildlife sanctuary in Jharkhand, India, is home to diverse wildlife, including sambar, nilgai, chital, peafowl, sloth bears, black bears, hyenas, and pigeons.
Palkot Wildlife Sanctuary, Gumla
Palkot Wildlife Sanctuary was constituted in the year 1990 for the conservation of endangered and valuable wild animals such as bear, leopard, pythons etc. Bear is the species of vital importance in Palkot Wildlife Sanctuary.
Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary, Latehar
Mahuadanr Wolf Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in Latehar district of Jharkhand. It is part of Palamu Tiger Reserve. It is the only wolf sanctuary in the country.
Koderma Wildlife Sanctuary, Koderma
Koderma Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Koderma, and is close to the Gautam Budha Wildlife Sanctuary in the Gaya district of Bihar. The reserved forest area is under the administrative control of Hazaribagh Wildlife Department.
Archaeological & Heritage Sites
Palamu Fort, Palamu
The Palamu Fort in Jharkhand, India consists of two ruined forts near Betla National Park. They overlook the Auranga River. The old fort had defenses on three sides and three main gates, while the newer fort was constructed by Raja Medini Ray
Navratna Garh Fort, Gumla
Located in Sisai block of Gumla district, Jharkhand, India, was one of the capitals of the Nagvanshi dynasty. Constructed between 1636 and 1639 CE by King Durjan Shah, this historical fort stands as a testament to the region’s rich past and strategic significance
Maluti temples, Dumka
The Maluti Temples, dating back to the 17th century, are a cluster of intricately designed terracotta temples that form an essential part of India’s cultural heritage. The kings of Baj Basanta dynasty built these temples, inspired by goddess Mowlakshi, their family deity.
Bhognadih Shahid Mela Site, Barhait
Bhognadih Shahid Mela is a national-level annual event held on June 30 to honor the Santal brothers who led the Bhognadih rebellion in 1855. On June 30, 1855, more than 10,000 Santals gathered at Bhognadih.
Ulihatu, Khunti
Ulihatu village is located in Khunti district in Jharkhand. It is the birthplace of the “DhartiAaba” Bhagwan Birsa Munda. He initiated the first freedom revolt against the britishers in 1835. It is located 37 km towards North from district head quarter and further 80 kms from state capital Ranchi.
Pakri Barwadih Megalithic Site, Hazaribagh
These Megalithic Sites, are rare and ancient complex of megaliths. It stands apart from other tribal burial grounds due to its precise astronomical calculations and alignment, serving as an observatory and calendar for the ancient people of the region.
Isko Caves, Hazaribagh
Isko Caves, located in Hazaribagh, is renowned for its ancient rock art that is estimated to be thousands of years old. This prehistoric site, nestled amidst lush greenery and rugged landscapes, houses a wealth of petroglyphs
Maansingh Dalan Rajmahal, Rajmahal
Sanghi Dalan is a historical place, and it is located at the heart of the city of Rajmahal. The Ganga flows eternally just next to this edifice. There is a popular theory that in those early times a hollow pipe ran below the Sangi- Dalan connecting different forts in the area and was used for 'communication' between them.
Saradkela Asura Site, Khunti
The Asura site Saridkel is situated on the eastern bank of river Tajna in district Khunti. The site was first investigated by Shri S.C. Roy in 1915 and found on the elevated land of the site scattered the red ware potsherds along with fragments of ancient bricks.
