Ranchi, capital of Jharkhand, was once the summer capital of Bihar.
The city is located at a height of 2100 ft above sea level in the heart of
the Chotanagpur tribal country. Ranchi attracts tourists for its proximity
to beautiful waterfalls, lakes and hills. It is also a centre for the
study of tribal ways of life. Today it is a fast growing city with
industries like Bharat Heavy Engineering Plant and major educational
institutes. |