Culturally and naturally rich, Ranchi, the capital of the state of Jharkhand, is home to several breath-taking waterfalls. No wonder, it is called the ‘City of Waterfalls’. With an area of 652 sq km and a population of 10.7 lakh, the city is surrounded by forests, lakes and hills.
Things to do in Ranchi
The city, surrounded by hills, forests and lakes, has a sense of calmness to it. The natural beauty of the city is a sight to capture. Boat riding and warm picnics at Ranchi Lake, soaking in the beauty of Jonha Waterfall, visiting Tagore Hills to catch a bird’s eye view of the city, there are lots of interesting things to do in this beautiful city.
Tourist attractions in Ranchi
Birsa Zoological Park is a favourite amongst tourists with children. Dassam Falls is famous amongst nature lovers. Also, Rock Garden is a must-visit place in Ranchi. Tagore Hills, Ranchi Lake and State Museum are also major tourist attractions.
Places to shop in Ranchi
For handicrafts, Jharcraft Megastore is the place. For local souvenirs and jadopatia art, visit Kusum Emporium. Visit Pustakh Path for books. And for high street shopping, there are several malls, namely JD Hi Street Mall, Galaxia Mall, Spring City Mall and Big Shop.
Best time to visit Ranchi
Ranchi offers pleasant weather from September to March and you can have an enjoyable and memorable trip during this time of the year.
Modes of transport
Rickshaws, cabs and buses - you can use all three modes for roaming around the city. Sharing auto-rickshaws and private rickshaws are available too. You can book a private cab for the day or rent a car.
Weather in Ranchi
Cold winters, hot summers and moderate monsoons summarize the city’s weather.
Ranchi experiences winters from November to February and the temperature can drop to as low as 5°C. Summers start from April and last till June, with the temperature going up to 36°C. Ranchi receives rainfall from June till September.
Airport in Ranchi
Birsa Munda Airport (IATA: IXR) is located in Hinoo which is 7 km away from the centre of the city. The airport consists of various restaurants and cafes to enjoy a good meal and several duty-free shops.