Ranchi – ‘The City of Waterfalls’
A city along the Subarnarekha River, Ranchi is a picturesque location with a rich heritage. Be an adventure-lover, a nature-lover or a history-lover, Ranchi is going to be your experience of a lifetime. Owing to its several breath-taking waterfalls and adventurous trekking routes that seamlessly integrate with its rich cultural heritage, it has been given the title of ‘City of Waterfalls’. Ranchi has been the lands walked by heroic rulers like Ashoka, later on becoming a zamindari of the British vassals.
Things to do in Ranchi
Indulge in satisfying local foods, take a bike trip to Patratu Valley or witness great talents at art exhibitions held at Audrey House. Ranchi offers tourists more than they expect. Don’t miss the ‘Melas’ held at Morabadi ground.
Tourist attractions in Ranchi
Ranchi is known for its beautiful waterfalls. Take a dip in the majestic Jonha falls, go on a trek to Panchghagh Falls or spend some time in Tagore Hill, which is also a popular picnic spot, and rejuvenate your senses by visiting Hirni Falls, Hundru Falls, Dassam Falls and Kanke Dam, which are some of the famous tourist spots in Ranchi. If you seek some adventure, visit Birsa Zoological Park and go on a safari in the Nakshatra Van. Jagannath Temple in Ranchi also attracts a lot of devotees from around the country.
Places to shop in Ranchi
Basanti Market is famous for its dry fruits. It is always bustling with tourists and locals. If you happen to visit this market, don’t forget to try out the delicious barfis and mango peel. Riyada Bhavan Market has a variety of exclusive handicraft products, custom-made furniture that is also shipped abroad. Nucleus Mall, JD HI Street Mall and Spring City Mall are some of the other shopping places where you can buy branded products of all kinds under one roof.
Best time to visit Ranchi
During winter months, from November to February, Ranchi is most suitable for tourist visits.
Modes of transport in Ranchi
City buses, auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are the easily available and major form of public transport. One can also opt for private cars and taxis to commute in the city.
Weather in Ranchi
Ranchi usually has a warm and temperate climate where winters are pleasant and summers can be extremely uncomfortable. The city receives moderate rainfall from July to September.
Airport in Ranchi
Birsa Munda Airport (IATA: IXR) is the only operational airport in the city.