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Capital of Jharkhand, India
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Machhli Ghar
An aquarium, game parlour and food court are worth seeing and good values.
It gives an excellent 360-degree view of the city. A must visit.
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. You can get a panoramic view from the top of the hill, and a great part of Ranchi can be seen from this place.
Yogoda Satsanga Sakha Math
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.
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.
An arts and cultural heritage museum showcasing Jharkhand's rich history.
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.
Excavated in 1842, it is centrally situated. The lake has boating facilities.
Getalsud Dam
A big dam on the outskirts of the city. It offers an excellent ambiance for picnic and recreation.
A reservoir on the outskirts of the city. An excellent place to enjoy a scenic sunset view.
A beautiful place to hang out. Vehicle parking facilities available.
Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park
This is an excellent biological park to visit.
The atmosphere, the feel, the decorations, the Goddess statue and the people are just amazing.
in HEC area, world class stadium with modern facilities.
famous for sweets
One of the best non-veg restaurants.
Has a collection of North Indian and Chinese dishes.
Very similar menu and prices as Kaveri
It has many franchisee in Ranchi,
Marvellous collection of sweets and chaat items.
Hotel Chinar
Hotel
Court Compound,
Plaza, Birsa Chowk, Hinoo,
(updated)
A great place to have Italian cuisine
First mall of Ranchi, in front of famous G.E.L. Church Complex. It has Glitz, a three screen multiplex. And many other branded shops & Gaming Zone is there in this mall.
Mall near Ranchi Airport. It is going to host Multiplex Fun Cinema. It has the Food Court, Lemon n Ice & Maya Life Style Shoppe.
By train
Ranchi is connected by rail to important places all over the country. Hatia is a station next to Ranchi and serves as terminus for many of the trains.
By bus
Ranchi is well connected by a network of roads with all the neighbouring cities and towns.
Hired cars, autorickshaws and cycle rickshaws are available for local transport. Ranchi like a number of other cities in North India, has a concept of share auto.
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