Jharkhand is state carved out from the southern part of Bihar. Around 29 per cent of the state is covered with forests and woodlands. In recent years Jharkhand tourism has taken several steps to lure tourists.
Jharkhand is one of the least explored places in India. The abundance of wildlife, waterfalls, pilgrimages sites and exotic landscape showcases the potential of tourism in Jharkhand. These tourist destinations will ensure a memorable vacation for the tourists.
There are several holy shrines in Jharkhand. Jagannathpur Temple is among the oldest temples of lord Jagannath built in 1691. The annual Chariot festival here is a big tourist attraction. Sun Temple is another important religious site located near Bundu. Deoghar is important pillar of pilgrimage tourism in Jharkhand. There are 22 temples in Deoghar including Temple of Baidyanath. Other important religious sites are Parasath, Rajrappa, Bhadra Kali Temple, Trikuti and Mahadev Sal.
Jharkhand tourism is also famous for varieties of wildlife species. Tourists should visit Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary, Hazaribagh Wildlife Sanctuary, Betla National Park and Palamau Tiger Reserve. Bring you camera to capture flicks of elephants, leopard, tigers, sloth beer, barking deer etc.
There are plenty of beautiful waterfalls with breathtaking landscapes in Jharkhand. Nature lovers will enjoy visit to Dassam Waterfall in Taimara, Hundra Waterfall, Johna waterfall and Hirani waterfall. Additionally nature lovers will enjoy a cruise tour on the Dimna and Rachi lake.
Other important Jharkhand tourist destinations are Ranchi – capital of the state, Tagore Hill, Gonda Mountain, Parasnath Hill, Rock Garden, Angrabadi, Hazaribagh, Dhanbad, Giridih etc. To experience local tribal culture tourists should visit some important tribal festivals like Karma, Sohrai and Sarhul.
