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Ghatshila Tourism

Ghatshila is a scenic city of Jharkhand which lies in the East Singhbhum District. The city is flanked by 2 mountain ranges with River Subarnarekha streaming in between these two mountains. The place has a tempting beauty which you can feel while having a leisure walk around the city. Although after industrialization the city saw establishment of some factories with smoking chimneys, still if you walk down the roads of Raj Estate and Aam Bagan, you will be able to get close view of village life of the tribal culture of this area. This exciting place is flocked by tourists mainly from Odisha and West Bengal and also from the other cities of India as well as abroad.

Ghatshila Tourism
Rankini Mandir

Tourist Helpline Numbers

Department of Tourism
Address: Department of Tourism, Govt. of Jharkhand, F.F.P Bhawan, Second Floor, Dhurwa, Ranchi-4
Tourism Website: https://www.jharkhandtourism.in/
Phone Number: +91-651-2400981
Fax Number: +91-651-2400982
Email Address: info@jharkhandtourism.in

Places to Visit In and Around Ghatshila

Ghatshila rejuvenates the tourists with its scenic and stunning places of attractions. People also crave to visit this city for a weekend break and for a treat to their heart and mind. Among the various sightseeing places located in and around Ghatshila some prominent ones have been described below:

Dharagiri Falls

Waterfalls in  Ghatshila
Dharagiri Falls

This 20 feet high waterfall enthralls all and sundry and is one of the main tourist spots in Ghatshila. To arrive at this place you need to trek through the village roads, dense forests in the middle of fascinating and enchanting foliage. This complete journey is about one kilometer in total. On the way you may also encounter some wild animals. Guides are available who can guide you throughout the way. You can also see the prehistoric carvings on the rocks lying on the river bank.

Panch Pandava

This famous hill of Panch Pandava is located at a distance of 5 kilometers in the North-west direction of Ghatshila. This hill is famous due to a stone which bears the figures of the “Five Pandava Brothers” of Mahabharata. Locals believe that these figures represent the 5 Pandava brothers who were meandering through these mountains during their exile.

Phuldungri Hills

Located at a distance of 4 kms from the city of Ghatshila, these hills offer a spectacular view of the entire Ghatshila city if you look down. Adventure lovers will love this place because it has plenty of unknown trekking trails. Here you can observe that even sunlight cannot penetrate the dense trees and foliage. You will cherish the memories forever once you reach the hilltop and witness the magnificent view of the city. Sunrise and sunset can be savored at the hilltop. You can call yourself fortunate if you can witness the deer, elephant, wild boars and scorpions.

Barudih Dam

Tourist Places in Ghatshila
Galudih Dam

Barudih Dam is another famous sightseeing spot in Ghatshila which is merely 8 kms away from the city of Ghatshila. The adjoining lake, Sal Piyal woods and the neighboring rocky hills together contribute to a picturesque spot. This place is a must-visit during your trip to Ghatshila. You must include this attraction in your sightseeing list of Ghatshila. This artificial lake is situated 9 kms away from Ghatshila and is erected on Burudih Dam. This lake is positioned between low hills and lush green jungles. The magnificent sunset view at Burudih Lake makes its visitors spellbound. On the pristine and serene water of the lake you can have a great time sailing in a boat

Rankini Mandir

Kaali Ma is the main deity of the Rankini Mata Mandir. This ancient temple was first built at Galudih by Raja Jaganath who belonged to the Dhalbhum kingdom’s royal family. However, later he moved this temple to Ghatshila along with all the temple associates. This temple is now known as the Rankini Mata Mandir.

Ratmohona

An awe-inspiring sunset and sunrise view can be enjoyed at this tourist spot in Ghatshila. Ratmohana hills are positioned on the Subarnarekha river bed in the vicinity of Tumangdungri. You need to trek along the riverbank to arrive at Ratmohana. The mesmerizing view of the gently flowing Subarnarekha River enthralls everyone.

Gouri Kunj

Gouri Kunj is located in Ghatshila’s Dahigora locality. This place was the abode of the famous Bengali Novel writer Bibhutibhushan Bandopadhyay who wrote the novel “Pather Panchali”. He lived at this one-storied residence from the year 1938 to the year 1950, 1st November with his wife and son. The building has lately been restored and now it is famous as “Bibhuti Smarak Bhavan”. A small library has also been established near the memorial to commemorate the great author.

How to Reach Ghatshila ?

Modes to reach GhatshilaGhatshilla is connected to all the major stations of Kolkata, Jharkhand and Bihar. All the trains that ply between Kharagpur and Jamshedpur have their stoppages at Ghatshila. Steel Express, Utkal Exp, Ispat Express and Ranchi Hatia Exp are some important trains that are preferred to travel to Ghatshila. Besides, there are numerous local trains as well which connect both Kharagpur as well as Jamshedpur with the city of Ghatshila. From Kharagpur(98 kms) and Jamshedpur(45 kms) you can reach Ghatshila via efficient road network. To arrive at Ghatshila from Kolkata (240 kms) you should first go via the NH 6 – Baharagora route and thereafter take the route to Jamshedpur. There are a number of buses plying between Jamshedpur and Kharagpur which also go by Ghatshila. You can also avail buses from Kolkata to Jamshedpur which will pass through Ghatshila as well.

Travel Agents in Ghatshila

Traveling is a passionate thing especially for the travel enthusiasts. Although travelling gives pleasure, but to plan the entire tour is a complete different thing. To keep you free from all anxieties of travel planning, travel agents come at your rescue. If you are a traveler and have come to explore the tourist attractions located in and around Ghatshila, you can count on the efficient travel agents in Ghatshila. These travel agencies in Ghatshila will organize your entire trip from hotel booking to sight-seeing so that you can enjoy a hassle-free journey. Some notable travel agents in Ghatshila are mentioned below:

Jay Maa Rankini Tour & Travels
Address: Nr Railway Crossing Dahigora, Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-6585-226140, +(91)-9431347664 and 9006871450

Ghatshila Tours & Travels
Address: Nr Ghatshila Railway Stn, Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-6585-226799, 9835383838, +(91)-9953336901 and 9905738696

Sandhu Travel
Address: Nr Gurudwara Moubhandar, Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-6585-225428, +(91)-9430348256 and 9835147969

Where to Stay in Ghatshila ?

Hotels in Ghatshila
Hotel Room

You can find a myriad of reasonably priced as well as budget hotels in Ghatshila. It is recommended to book the hotel rooms in advance to avoid rush, especially during the peak season when the room prices are quite high. A large number of tourists from West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Orissa and Bihar come to visit Ghatshila especially during the winters. Akashdeep Hotel, Shalimar Hotel, Suhasita Resort and Hotel Bibhuti Vihar stand out among the well-known hotels in Ghatshila.

Akashdeep Hotel
Address: Main Rd, Nr Railway Stn, Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-6585-226603 and +(91)-9431543968

Hotel Merindian
Address: Nr Circus Ground, Main Rd Dahigora, Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-6585-225624 and +(91)-9334665422

Nawab Kothi Garden Guest House
Address: Singhbhum East, Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-6585-225148/225599 and +(91)-9334256699

Bibhuti Vihar
Address: Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-6585-226506 and +(91)-9830155510

Suhasita Resort
Address: Nr Kashida, Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-9674587272

Snehalata Hotel
Address: Ghatshila, Main Rd, Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila, Pin- 832303
Phone: +(91)-8809609110, 9903857336 and 9434014122

Safari Hotel
Address: Nr Circus Maidhan Ghatshila Ho, Ghatshila - 832303
Phone: +(91)-6585-225722 and +(91)-9234702509

Hotel River View
Phone: +91 6585 226 603

Hotel Anwesha
Phone: 09748114667

Hotel Subarnarekha
Phone: 033-22264661 and +916585226603

Where to Eat in Ghatshila?

Ghatshila bestows its locals with bounteous eateries where people can take pleasure in pure vegetarian cuisines. Tourists who are looking for non vegetarian food preparations can also find a couple of interesting eateries located in the city. Ghatshila abounds with some excellent Dhaba restaurants as well as a handful of sweet shops. Sagar bar and restaurant, Durga mistan bhandar, Dhaba Rain Basera, Shukla Ji Dhaba, Yadav Ji Dhaba, Akashdeep restaurant, Shivam Dhaba and Ratan’s sweet shop are among the top eateries located in Ghatshila.

Where to Shop in Ghatshila?

Famous spots in Ghatshila
Shopping in Ghatshila

There is nothing special to buy in Ghatshila, still you can shell out on the Santhali handicraft items sold in the local markets. There are numerous shops in Ghatshila where you can shop for miscellaneous items like electronic goods, jewelry, footwear, garments, furniture etc. Majority of shops in the city are located on the Main Road, Ghatshila. Among the furniture shops Sri Ganesh Steel Furniture and Maheshwari Enterprises are the desired destinations for furniture shopping. Sangam Electronics and Satkar Electronics are the most sought-after shops for purchasing a range of electronic goods. Kanhaiya Lal Prabhudas Jewelers, Shree Balaji Jewelers and M K Jewelers stand out among the various jewelry shops in Ghatshila. For footwear shopping you can bank on shops like Janta Footwear, Bata shoes and Deep shoes. For garment shopping you can count on Panchwati and Pariwar for an excellent collection for all and sundry. Read More..........................


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