Hundru Falls

Ranchi can be easily defined as nature's gift to India. It has been expressly ornamented with streams and falls. Beautiful falls and lakes surround the city. Hundru falls is one of the most admired tourist attractions of Ranchi. The beautiful falls are situated on the Ranchi Purulia highway. Water of the river Swarnarekha falls from an altitude of 320 feet, and creates an amazing cascade, which are famous as Hundru falls. The Hundru falls is considered as the loftiest waterfall of the state.

There is a nice pond at the bottom of Hundru fall, which is an ideal place for bathing. The fantastic scene of falling water from such a huge height attracts people to the place in droves.

The diverse shape of the rock adds splendour to the place, which has been shaped from the attrition by the frequent fall of water. The picturesque grandeur of Hundru falls mesmerize the tourists, and fill their hearts with delight.

People who spend their leisure time in Ranchi visit Hundru falls frequently. The place is also popular as one of the most admired trekking destinations in the state. Therefore, adventure lovers visit Hundru falls frequently. In the rainy season, the falls flow down creating fearsome environment, but in summer, they serve as a thrilling picnic place. The magnificence, luxury and attractiveness of the falls are incomparable. An English author, who wrote the 'Gazetteer of India' during British Empire, praised the place highly. He stated that the westerners would regard it as a place worth visiting even from remoteness.

Tourists can also visit Hundru falls from Ranchi via Ormanjhi-Sikidiri route. Visit Hundru falls to explore the natural glory of Ranchi and enjoy the various adventure sports here. A visit to the Hundru falls during Ranchi tours will always be memorable.

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