Betla National Park
One of the first tiger reserves in the country, the forests of Palamau are legendary
Galudih: Wilderness Beckons
Galudih’s lakes and waterfalls form a beautiful and pristine corner of Jharkhand
Betla National Park
Jharkhand’s premier national park is where the world’s first tiger census took place in 1932
Jharkhand: Sarhul Festival
A vibrant tribal festival where a sal tree is worshipped for health and prosperity
The Best of Jharkhand
Rich tribal culture, painted houses, pretty little hill stations and pleasing wildernesses–Jharkhand is an explorer’s dream
Small town with a special history: McCluskiegunge, Jharkhand
Extract from Ian Jack–s book which talks about an Anglo-Indian settlement that was meant to be a special place for its people
The march of kanwariyas: The great Indian budget road trip
During the monsoon month of shravana (July-Aug), saffron-clad men carry pots of holy water on kanwars and pour it over a Shiva linga
Last towers standing
With the telegraph-based communication system becoming history, the Semaphore towers are also facing the perils of time
Jharkhand: Chaitra Parva Chhau
When in Jharkhand, try not to miss the fluid dance form that is performed by even kings