Jamshedpur, also called Tatanagar is just 140 Km from Ranchi, is India’s first planned industrial city. Both the names come from the legendary Jamshedji Tata. It was his vision that showed Bihar in the steel map of world so long back. Iron ore found nearby in abundance made Jamshedpur the ideal location for a steel plant.
Tourist Attractions in and around
Jamshedpur has a number of tourist attractions too, besides the fully fledged Steel Industry. Acres of well maintained verdant parks and gardens adorn the city and provide ample refreshment and relief from the pressures of everyday life. Thus, it is a model for the harmonious co-existence of industry and environment.Jubilee Park :
Situated in the heart of the city, Jubilee Park is a replica of the renowned Brindavan Gardens of Mysore. Spread in the lap of soothing greenery in over 225 acres, this spectacular park is dotted with flower beds and illuminated fountains to add aroma to the enthralling decor maintained.
On the 3rd of March every year the entire park is lit up with dazzling lights and the resplendent fountains are enchantingly illuminated to mark the birth anniversary of the founder of Tata empire Jamshedji Tata. The park was presented by the Steel Company to the citizens of Jamshedpur in it's Golden Jubilee Year. Tourists from India and all over the world come to get a glimpse of the park on this notable day.
Keenan Stadium, J R D Tata Sports Complex, Center for Excellence are in the vicinity of the park.
TATA STEEL Zoological Park :
A variety of flora and fauna exists in conditions close to their natural habitat at the Tata Steel zoological park. Situated besides the famous Jubilee Park, it is a lavish treat for all the nature and creature lovers. one can closely and leisurely observe the flourishing nature here without a microscope. Migratory Birds visiting every year during the winter is the additional enchanting feature of the park for all the bird lovers. The park also has a beautiful lake, a boathouse and “Machaan Restaurant. The adjoining lake, Jayanti Sarovar, offers exotic boating facilities in impressive ambience and scenery.
Sir Dorabji Tata Park :
Elegantly manicured lawns and flower beds and sophisticatedly lit fountains give a delightful ambience and colour to the park, named in the memory of eldest son of J N Tata. The park is situated in the center of Jamshedpur, close to the Keenan Stadium.
Hudco Lake :
Nestled aesthetically in the picturesque and hilly terrain of Telco Colony, the lake is a delightful retreat for those desirous of being in the very lap of nature within the bustling city precincts. A wild hill beside the lake has been specially renovated into a scenic park known as Sumant Mulgaonkar Park. One can cloyingly feast his eyes with the panoramic views of Tata Engineering, Lafarge Cement and Tata Powers from the hilltop. A look from the top explains the complete story as to why Jamshedpur is called the “Green City” first and then later the “Steel City”.
Dimna Lake :
Situated at a distance of 13 km from the city center, and at the foot of Dalma Hills, Dimna lake offers placid and enchanting ambience ideal for outing. People from near and all across the region come here often and specially during the December-January for picnics. Tata Steel had constructed this Dimna lake as a water reservoir for its plant and the Jamshedpur city.
Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary :
Dalma Mountain Range is at an altitude of 3000 feet. Lurking in the thick, verdant cover of its jungle (193 sq. km.) are elephants, barking deer, sloth beer, porcupines, leopard, tigers etc. The steep slopes of Dalma are a trekker’s delight. Small hideouts have been made at several places in the sanctuary where one can see wild animals in their natural habitat. A look from the mountaintop at the Steel city is so enthralling at the night, resembling the dazzling and twinkling of myriads of stars. Dalma gives natural air -conditioning to the fuming steel city and is an elegant source of fresh oxygen to the citizens. Late Sanjay Gandhi inaugurated the sanctuary in 1975. On the mountaintop are the guesthouse of Tata Steel and Forest Department. There is also a temple of Hindu deity Shiva on the mountaintop and the devotees throng to it during “Shivaratri”.
Tata Steel Adventure Foundation :
The Foundation expands the scope for a wide variety of adventure sports, such as rock climbing, river rafting, para sailing, etc. The 40-old adventure clubs under its canopy maintain a brisk and hectic pace of sports activities for outdoor enthusiasts. There are numerous other private clubs offering a variety of sporting activities such as golf, tennis, squash, billiards, horse riding etc.
How to Reach :
By Air - The nearest airport is the Ranchi airport, which is well connected by frequent daily flights to major cities of India.
By Rail - Jamshedpur has a railhead named the Tatanagar Junction, which is connected by numerous regular and frequent trains to other important cities.
By Road - It is well-connected with all surrounding prominent cities through regular and frequent buses. Ranch is the biggest town in the vicinity, at a distance of 140 Km from Jamshedpur.
