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Jharkhand
Jharkhand
Waterfalls, forests and tribal heritage in the heart of eastern India. Jharkhand’s plateau is still a secret to most travellers, from the sunsets of Netarhat to the elephants of Betla.
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Embrace Divinity at Baidyanath Jyotirlinga Temple
Baidyanath Jyotirlinga serves as a beacon of spirituality and devotion, drawing millions of pilgrims from…
The Chhau Dance
Chhau dance, a vibrant and expressive folk dance form, originates from the eastern states of…
Baidyanath Jyotirlinga : The most sacred abodes of Lord Shiva
Baidyanath Jyotirlinga temple, also commonly referred to as the Baidyanath Dham, is one of the…
Hazaribagh ‘a thousand gardens’
Hazaribagh, literally meaning ‘a thousand gardens’, is a fine health and hill resort, perched on…
Explore Jamshedpur!
This major industrial center surrounded by delightful Dolma hills is India’s earliest planned city and…
Around Dhanbad
This major industrial and commercial center is well known for its rich coal fields. It…
When to go
When to visit Jharkhand
The best time to visit Jharkhand is October to March. July to September (waterfalls at their best) are also good. Try to avoid April to June (very hot). Deoghar draws huge crowds of pilgrims during Shravan (July to August).
- Best for high Himalayan treks
- Good for winter and lower treks
- Monsoon: most high treks closed
A general guide. Always check local conditions and official dates before you travel.
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