About Ramgarh
Ranchi to Ramgarh distnce : 50 km
Estimated travel time : 1.5 hours
Ranchi to Ramgarh is a popular route for both tourism and people travelling for work. Ramgarh is mining,industrial and cultural hub and is famous for Maa Chinnamasta Temple.
Ramgarh is situated at the heart of Jharkhand. Ramgarh means โFort of God Ramโ. Ramgarh has religious importance but it is blessed with natural beauty also which attracts tourists here. Major attractions are Maa Chinnamasta temple and Rajrappa Mandir. Both places are in near vicinity of Ramgarh at the confluence of rivers Bhairavi and Damodar. Thousands of pilgrims visit the temple every Sunday. The main attraction of the Chinnamasta temple is the headless deity of Goddess Chinnamasta which stands on the body of Kamdev and Rati in the lotus bed. There is constant flow of blood from the neck of the idol present in the temple. This is one of the main reasons why this Shakti peetha is so famous and is considered second largest (largest being the Kamakhya temple in Assam). Other attractions are Patratu Dam, another nature exploring place and Tooti Jharna temple. There is a hilltop with amazing beauty near Ramgarh called Chutupallu. Bankhetta caves also attracts tourist to Ramgarh. Town has historic importance also. History states that Ramgarh has a rich history that dates back to the stone age. There is evidence of the Gupta Empire, Muslim regime and even the British regime at Ramgarh.
Taxi from Ranchi to Ramgarh is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Ranchi to Ramgarh by car is well connected via NH20 and is a very convenient and comfortable drive. Ranchi to Ramgarh distance is 50 Km and is a 1.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are : Mesra - Institute of technology, Birsa park, Rock garden, Kanke dam, numerous temples
Chakradharpur - - Panch Gagh Fall
Ormanjhi - - Bhagwan Birsa zoological park
Giridih - - Jain pilgrimage centre
Bokaro - - Garga dam, City park, Biological park, Jagannath temple, Sheed bhage Singh
Tourist Attractions
Ramgarh Fort: A magnificent ancient fortress with panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Badal Mahal: A beautiful palace known for its stunning frescoes and intricate architecture.
Ramgarh Lake: A serene lake where tourists can enjoy boating and a picturesque sunset view.
Rani Sati Temple: A revered Hindu temple dedicated to Rani Sati, known for its unique architecture and religious significance.
Hinglaj Mata Mandir: A popular pilgrimage site dedicated to the goddess Hinglaj Mata, attracting devotees from all over the region.
Mandawa Fort: A stunning heritage fort located nearby, showcasing exquisite artwork and historical artifacts.
Poonjaji Mandir: A temple dedicated to Poonjaji, a revered spiritual figure, offering a peaceful retreat for visitors.
Bala Qila: A historic hill fort offering panoramic views of Ramgarh and the surrounding Aravali ranges.
Ranisar and Padamsar Lakes: Two interconnected lakes providing opportunities for birdwatching and serene nature walks.
Sethani Ka Johara: A stepwell dating back to the 18th century, known for its architectural beauty and historic importance.