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Ranchi

Top Attractions

  • 1 Aqua World (Machhli Ghar). An aquarium, game parlor and food court are worth seeing and good values. 
  • 2 Jaganath Temple. 
  • JSCA cricket stadium. Located in HEC area, world class stadium with modern facilities. 
  • Nakshtra Van. 
  • 3 Pahari Mandir. Located on a small hill, off Ratu Road which is about 2 km from Main Road. It gives an excellent 360-degree view of the city. A must visit. 
  • 4 Tagore Hill, Morabadi (bout 5 km from the heart of the city). Tagore Hill is about 90 m (300 ft) above its base. The elder brother of Rabindranath Tagore, Jyotirindranath Tagore purchased the hillok Morabadi and built up an ashram after the suicide of his wife Kadambari Devi. 
  • 5 Yogoda Satsanga Society of India- Ashram (Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Math), Paramahansa Yogananda Path (Less than a km from Ranchi station), ☏ +91 651 2460071. 9AM - 5 PM. Paramahansa Yogananda, the author of Autobiography of a Yogi, began his life's work here. The natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere offer refreshment to mind and spirit. No. Yogoda Satsanga Society of India on Wikipedia (updated May 2020)
  • 6 Ranchi Science Centre, Tagore Hill Road, Near, Temple Rd, Chiraundi, Morabadi. The first science museum established in the state of Jharkhand. It houses several exhibits on astronomy, evolution and topics connected to the area such as coal mining. Ranchi Science Centre (Q7290805) on Wikidata Ranchi Science Centre on Wikipedia (updated Jan 2021)
  • 7 State Museum Hotwar, Hotwar Khelgaon Mega Sports Complex. An arts and cultural heritage museum showcasing Jharkhand's rich history. State Museum Hotwar (Q23808358) on Wikidata State Museum Hotwar on Wikipedia (updated Jan 2021)
  • 8 Tribal Research Institute and Museum, Tagore Hill Rd, Tetartoli, Morabadi, ☏ +91 651 255 1824. The museum is dedicated to the 32 tribal groups of Jharkhand and providing a platform to learn about many of the lesser known tribal cultures in the state. Tribal Research Institute and Museum (Q7840312) on Wikidata Tribal Research Institute and Museum on Wikipedia (updated Jan 2021)

Lakes and dams[edit]

  • 9 Ranchi Lake. Excavated in 1842, it is centrally situated. The lake has boating facilities. 
  • 10 Rukka Dam (Getalsud Dam) (8 km from booty more). A big dam on the outskirts of the city.It offers an excellent ambiance for picnic and recreation. 
  • 11 Dhurva Dam. A reservoir on the outskirts of the city. An excellent place to enjoy a scenic sunset view. 
  • 12 Kanke Dam. 

Parks and gardens[edit]

  • 13 Rock Garden. A beautiful place to hang out with friends, families, relatives and loved ones. Entry ticket ₹10 per adult. Vehicle parking facilities available. 
  • 14 Bhagwan Birsa Jaiwik Udyaan (Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park), Main Road, NH33, Ormanjhi, ☏ +91 94705 90734. This is an excellent biological park to visit. Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park (Q81036087) on Wikidata Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park on Wikipedia 
  • Deer Park (16 km on Ranchi-Khunti Road).