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Wonders of Jharkhand, India – Jharkhand Travel Guide
India is a country which never fails to amaze. In spite of having lived all our lives in India and traveled the length and breadth of the country, there is always a part that is waiting to be discovered. A lifetime is not enough to experience what India has to offer. India is truly a travelers dream come true.
Jharkhand, a state in eastern India was one place that we had not set foot on and were keen to explore and learn more about.
The inaugural edition of the Jharkhand Travel Mart organized by Jharkhand Tourism afforded us an irresistible opportunity to visit a state which was hitherto unexplored by us.
A place or a region for us is not just the must-see sights but encompasses a plethora of experiences spanning the culture of the region and encompasses its dances, festivals, cuisine, arts, handicrafts and much more. So it was a bonanza for us as Jharkhand was unveiled to us at the Jharkhand Travel Mart in all its splendor. It was an experience that went beyond the run of the mill, apart from Jharkhand tourist places, folk dances, audio-visual presentations about the sights and experiences of the state, cuisine of the state, arts and handicrafts were all showcased in the event and of course, the grand finale was that we got to experience some of the sights of Jharkhand.
Jharkhand is a state that seems to be doubly blessed with nature. Where on the one hand numerous waterfalls cascade throughout the state and the rivers meander through the lush forests, the music, dance, and culture reverberate through the state in a mellifluous symphony.
We share with you some of the glimpses of Jharkhand that we were privileged to have during the course of the Jharkhand Travel Mart.
About Jharkhand
Jharkhand is a state in the eastern region of India. One of the interesting facts about Jharkhand is that it came into existence only in the year 2000 and was carved out of the now neighboring state of Bihar. Jharkhand is a rural state with a small proportion of its population living in the cities. Jharkhand is rich in minerals and almost forty percent of the country’s minerals come from this state. Another unique factor about Jharkhand is that it has about 32 different tribal groups whose indigenous and vibrant culture is still alive. Ranchi is the capital and other important cities of Jharkhand are Jamshedpur, Dhanbad, and Hazaribagh.
Dance and Music of Jharkhand- A colorful and vibrant show at the Jharkhand Travel Mart
Nothing lifts the spirits like music and dance and Jharkhand has a rich tradition of music and dance.
During the Jharkhand Travel Mart, we were treated to some colorful and spectacular musical and dance extravaganzas that lifted our spirits and had our feet tapping.
Dance performances including Santhali, Paika, Chhau, and Nagpuri were performed with great gusto and vigor at the Jharkhand Travel Mart.
Santhali dance is performed by the Santhal tribes who form one of the biggest tribal community in India and are native to Jharkhand as well as some other eastern states of India.
Paika dance is a martial dance that is performed at ceremonies including weddings and festivals. Swords, shields, and other weapons of combat are used in this aggressive dance.
The Chhau dance is a mix of spectacular acrobatics and dance movements. The colorful costumes and masks give the dance a larger than life dimension.
The dance is based on episodes from Indian mythology that include the Mahabharata, Ramayana and the Puranas.
Textiles and Handicrafts of Jharkhand- A Scintillating Show at the Jharkhand Travel Mart
Did you know that Jharkhand is virtually the home of the famous Tasar Silk?
Almost 62% of India’s production of Tasar Silk comes from the state of Jharkhand. Apart from Tussar Silk Jharkhand has a very vibrant handloom and handicraft sector that is fostered and promoted by Jharcraft, a state government undertaking. The Jharkhand Travel Mart ably showcased the handloom and handicrafts of the state.
Dhokra Art, Wood Craft, and Tribal Art are some of the shining examples of the artistry of the artisans of Jharkhand. The textiles and the culture of Jharkhand were presented through a scintillating fashion show that was an incredible fusion of the traditional with the contemporary during the course of the Jharkhand Travel Mart.
Jharkhand- A Tapestry of Sights And Experiences
Waterfalls of Jharkhand
One of the most enthralling gifts of nature is waterfalls. Jharkhand is a state that seems to be doubly blessed with waterfalls. The state has at least 14 major waterfalls with many others embellishing its length and breadth. In fact, there are 5 waterfalls that ornament the capital city of Ranchi itself and can be found within a 50-kilometer radius of the city. We were fortunate to see three of the waterfalls around Ranchi after the Jharkhand Travel Mart.
Hundru Falls
The 45-kilometer drive to the Hundru falls is in itself a rewarding experience. You pass quaint villages as you drive through the wooded Chota Nagpur Plateau. It was that time of the year when the trees had shed their leaves. The ground all around was covered by a brown carpet of dried leaves while the trees swayed in naked splendor.
The trees of the state flower Palaash also known as flame of the forest blazed a fiery trail of their own as the summer sun shone brilliantly in the sky.
About 10 kilometers from the Hundru falls we stopped at the Getalsud Dam, where there is a reservoir that stores the waters of the Subarnarekha river. We walked down to the rocky banks of the water for some photo ops, the water looked ethereal as it shimmered in emerald hues. We were told that this is a favorite picnic spot for the people of Ranchi.
The Hundru falls itself is one of the famous falls of Jharkhand where the waters of the Subarnarekha take a plunge across rocky terrain from a height of about 322 feet. We had to descend about 750 steps to reach the base of the falls. It is to be noted that the steps are well made and easy to negotiate with comfortable spacing. We found a small pool into which the waters plummet. The pool along with the rocky facade presents a very picturesque setting. Another exciting aspect is to walk through the rocks to the edge of the pool from where you can take a small raft right up to the waterfalls and feel the spray of the water on your face. Though it was summer the flow of water was good.
We could only imagine the full majesty of the falls during the rainy season.
Sita Falls
Our next waterfall destination was Sita Falls which is situated at about 44 kilometers from the capital city of Ranchi. Nestled in the midst of woods in a calm and tranquil area, we found the Sital falls to be a secluded haven of raw natural beauty. A descent of about 250 odd steps and a walk amongst the rocks takes you to the base of the walls where the waters of the Kanchi, a tributary of the Subarnarekha river seems to caress the grey rocks as it falls down in a milky spray. The falls are relatively off the beaten track which adds to its allure. A visit after the rainy season when the falls are at the zenith of their beauty would be indeed an awesome experience.
Jonha Falls
The Jonha falls too are located just about 40 kilometers from the capital city of Ranchi. We were a little disappointed as the fall was not flowing owing to the season. The Jonha falls in their full flow paints a very picturesque picture. The waters seem to snake through the valley meandering over the different tiers of undulating rocks to plunge down from a height of 43 meters.
The Jonha falls are reached by descending about 722 steps into the valley. The falls are also called Gautamdhara falls. At the top of the plateau from where you descend to the falls is an old Buddhist temple that is dedicated to Gautam Buddha.
We hope to return to Jharkhand to revel in the beauty of its waterfalls in full flow sometime after the monsoons. As mentioned earlier these falls are just the tip of the iceberg, there are numerous other enchanting falls that we hope to see on our next trip to Jharkhand. These falls include the Dassam falls which are a vertical spectacle in grandeur with the water plunging from a height of 44 meters, Lodh Falls and Usri Falls among others.
Jharkhand- A state of Eleven Wonders
Jharkhand is a state which not only enchants you with its natural beauty but also wows you with experiences and attractions of the spiritual, religious and heritage kind. If one is looking for an adrenaline rush there is plenty of scope for adventure too.
Jharkhand proudly projects eleven of its jewels as its eleven wonders and these spans the gamut of these genres. The eleven wonders of Jharkhand were highlighted through audiovisuals during the course of the Jharkhand Travel Mart.
Chandil Dam
Chandil is a dam that is built on the confluence of two rivers, the Subarnarekha and the Karkori. The dam is surrounded by lush landscapes of tremendous scenic beauty. The place is a popular picnic spot offering tranquil boating opportunities. There is a museum located very near the dam which has some fascinating exhibits of rock scripts that date back to more than 2000 years.
Betla National Park
The Betla National Park is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts. Spread over an area of 250 square kilometers the National Park is one of the earliest Tiger Reserves in India. Tigers, Sloth Bears, Panthers, Gaur, Chital and other animals live in the Betla National Park in the most natural of environs. The Betla National Park is a biodiversity hotspot with numerous waterfalls, streams, and hot water springs. An intriguing 16th-century fort also is found within the Betla National Park.
Parasnath
Parasnath is one of the most sacred pilgrimage destinations for Jains.Twenty of the Jain Tirthankaras are believed to have attained salvation on the Parasnath hill.
Netarhat
Netarhat is known as the “Queen of Chotanagpur”, and is a serene hill station situated at a height of about 3,514 feet. Netarhat is a place of immense natural and pristine beauty and known for its magical sunrises and sunsets.
Patratu Valley
Not very far from Ranchi is the picturesque Patratu Valley in which is located the Patratu Dam. It is a very scenic region with serpentine roads weaving through hairpin bends in the mids of hills and lush greenery.
Baidyanath
Baidyanath in Deoghar is a temple complex with the main temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. This is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga temples which are most sacred for Hindus. It is believed that it was at this place that the demon king Ravana did rigorous penance and prayed to Shiva.
Basukinath Dham
About 50 kilometers from Baidyanath is another pilgrimage center for Hindus known as Basukinath Dham. This is a temple complex with many shrines. The main shrines which stand to face each other are the ones dedicated to Shiva and his consort Parvati. Pilgrims visit both the temples of Baidyanath and Basukinath as part of their pilgrimage.
Itkhori
Itkhori is a place with a historic confluence of religions. A place where traces from history point to the Buddhism, Jainism, and Hinduism. It is believed that this is the place where the Buddha first sat down for meditation and his resolve to forge ahead in search of truth solidified. Many Buddhist relics that date back to as far as 200 BC are present in the region. A 9th century Hindu temple to the goddess Bhadrakali as well as evidence that points to the presence of Jain tirthankars wraps Itkhori in a unique spiritual aura. Itkhori is indeed one of the best places to visit in Jharkhand.
Maa Chiinmastika Temple
A temple with tantric architectural style is situated about 100 kilometers from the capital city of Ranchi, Jharkhand in a place called Rajrappa. The temple is dedicated to goddess Chiinmastika or the headless one. The deity in the main temple is the headless form of Chiinmastika.
Terracotta Temple Maluti
There are many historical places in Jharkhand and one of the fascinating ones is a town is Maluti. The town has as many as 72 terracotta temples with exquisite carvings from Indian mythology on the outer walls which stand silent testimony to the passage of history in Maluti. It is believed that there were originally 108 temples of which 72 have survived the ravages of time. Pre-historic stone implements have also bee found from a site near Maluti.Maluti is indeed one of the top places to visit in Jharkhand for history buffs.
Jonha Waterfalls
Jonha waterfalls also known as Gautamdhara falls are unique hanging valley falls with water cascading from a height of about 141 feet. The falls which is just about 40 kilometers from the capital city of Ranchi is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Jharkhand.
Ranchi – The Capital of Jharkhand
Ranchi is the gateway to all the wonders that Jharkhand has to offer and is well connected by rail, road, and air to the major cities of India. Ranchi was where the Jharkhand Travel Mart was held, apart from being the home of the Indian cricketing legend M.S.Dhoni it is also known for its premier educational institutions. A garland of waterfalls encircles Ranchi and make for great getaways, Within the city of Ranchi too there are many attractions for travelers. Here are some of the sights of Ranchi one should not miss on your Jharkhand travels.
Tagore Hill
The Tagore Hill is a scenic hill with some panoramic views of Ranchi. This was the place where Jyotindranath Tagore, the brother of Rabindranath Tagore had settled during his last years and breathed his last.
Nakshatra Van
The Nakshatra Van is a zodiac garden. It has been landscaped and designed keeping in mind the 27 stars or Nakshatras of the Indian zodiac system, trees specific to each zodiac have been planted corresponding to each Nakshatra.
War Memorial
This is a beautiful monument built as a tribute to the valiant soldiers and martyrs who have sacrificed their everything for the land in various wars. Martyrs like Late Lance Naik Albert Ekka, Late Sepoy Viswa Kerketta, and the iconic tribal leader Birsa Munda have been honored in the memorial. A museum and a sound & light show make a visit to the war memorial an unforgettable experience.
Yogoda Satsang Sakha Ashram
Anyone who has read “The Autobiography of a Yogi“, a book that has sold more than 4 million copies would immediately identify with the Yogoda Satsang Sakha Ashram. This is the place where Paramhansa Yogananda started his life’s mission which ultimately took him to the shores of America. His living quarters in the early years is today a hallowed place where one can sit and meditate. A visit to the Ashram is in itself a soothing and rejuvenating experience in the Jharkhand travel
McCluskeiganj
A sleepy town that lies in the midst of forests in the tribal belt of Jharkhand is McCluskeiganj. The town was a utopian dream of Anglo-Indians in the 1930’s, but today what remains are a handful of memories.McCluskeiganj is not a place that you would find on your standard Jharkhand Travel Guide. We went to McCluskeiganj on the trail of this dream on the sidelines of the Jharkhand Travel Mart, our journey to McCluskeiganj and our experiences is the subject of another post.
McCluskieganj, Jharkhand – An unfulfilled Anglo-Indian Dream
How To Get To Ranchi, Jharkhand
Ranchi is well connected by rail, road, and air to the major towns and cities of India.
The Birsa Munda Airport is located about 5 kilometers from the city center of Ranchi and flights to and from Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Bhubaneshwar, Patna are operated from here.
Ranchi is situated at a distance of about 337 kilometers from Patna, 434 kilometers from Kolkata, 1,219 kilometers from Delhi and 1,705 kilometers from Mumbai.
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The Jharkhand Food Experience
The local cuisine of Jharkhand is predominantly vegetarian with rice and wheat playing a pivotal role in all recipes. One dish that is Jharkhand’s famous food and is synonymous with Jharkhand is Litti Chokha.
This dish which has its origins in war food which soldiers used to carry as it lasted for days and provided required nutrients, is today ubiquitous in its presence across Jharkhand. Litti is a dough ball stuffed with chickpea flour and other spices which are roasted over coal or cow dung cakes and then tossed in clarified butter. This is eaten with what is called Chokha which is either Baingan Bharta (Eggplant curry) or Alu Bharta (Potato Curry) or yogurt.
Jharkhand is indeed a melting pot of sights and experiences, some enthralling, some intriguing, some poignant, and some awe-inspiring. It is a state that shines on the Indian firmament and beckons travelers thirsty for nature, seeking spirituality, keen for adventure, curious for culture, hysterical about history, or eager to understand Jharkhand’s heritage. Whatever your inclination the state of Jharkhand seems to have an experience that will leave you touched.
We are thankful to the Jharkhand Travel Mart for unveiling the hidden jewel of India to us.
Have you visited the state of Jharkhand? Do share your experiences with us through our comments section. As always your feedback helps us to introspect and improve.
We were hosted by Jharkhand Tourism. However, the views and opinions expressed here are our own based on our experience.
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What a gorgeous place to visit. I have honestly never heard of Jharkland until now, but now I totally want to go!
Wow! That is a wonderful account from one of India’s least visited states.
Really offbeat stuff.
I would love to see the musical shows and the food looks delicious. The scenery is beautiful too. I would enjoy visiting Jharkhand.
Glad you told us where this is located I would never have know. Loved looking at all your photos of the different places to enjoy.
Oo I would love to go here one day. I’ve never been to India before, but I always hear how lovely it is. I’d be excited to see the shows and try the local cuisine.
What a beautiful place to visit. I love that it has so much to offer for somewhere that has only been in existence for 18 years or so.
This sounds like a really interesting area of India. Thanks for sharing your expereince and giving us a little insight.
That is a tour of India that looks so beautiful. I love the falls and natural wonders there and all the great food.
I would love to travel more. This place looks so enchanting and beautiful. The kids love going on vacation!
This looks like a wonderful place to visit. Seems like there is so much to do. Would love to visit one day.
THIS looks like a total blast. From the dancing to the food rock the textiles. I had no idea that they are such an exporter o silk
It sounds like a beautiful place to explore. I love that that have many untouched places like the waterfalls. It’s so beautiful out there!
Wow this looks like such a beautiful place! I would absolutely love to travel there soon!
The waterfalls sure look beautiful. I think they will pull tourists to visit Jharkhand.
Jharkhand is a very beautiful place, I have never heard of it before. There are plenty of things to see there, which is great because you can definitely make the most of your time!
It’s a great place and plenty of attractions to see. What I’m excited about is the food as well. That’s one of the things I love trying out when I travel.
I never heard of this place before! But would love to visit. Such an incredible region.
Looks like a great area to explore. Would love ot hiking in that area and check out the waterfalls, I am a right sucker for that.
I am always fascinated with the Indian culture. I hope someday, I could visit one of these places you have featured.
love that you have shown Jharkhand from different perspectives. I totally love the costumes for dances, so unique and colorful, would love to attend one of the shows to be able to see it on my own.
This is another full packet trips with so much new destinations and cultural immersion to show. I love that you’re always on a trip to discover the hidden gem of India that is far from the usual itinerary. Thank you for bringing us to another part of India. I wish to come here soon If I get the chance.
I’d never heard of Jharkhand before reading this post. It makes sense since it is a relatively new state. I would love to go there and try the vegetarian food. The waterfalls and red flowers look stunning too! There’s so much to do there.
Jharkhand has always been on my list, but somehow never got the chance to go there.Heard a lot about McCluskeiganj, going to refer to your blog whenever I go there.
One of my friends in High School was originally from India. He would show me photos of some of the areas he was while there. Beautiful.
I have heard a lot about the natural beauty of Jharkhand, but have never had a chance to visit the place. From your account, it definitely sounds like a place worth visiting, for various reasons.
Jharkhand is home to the gamcha, too, as far as I know. The gamcha is being revived big-time these days, made into sarees and dresses and all that. I’d love to pick up a gamcha saree for myself! 🙂
I would absolutely love to visit! I have always loved to travel, adding this to my list for sure!
It looks like Jharkhand has A LOT to offer, both cultural and scenic wise. I’m a nature lover, so seeing those falls would be amazing for me. The food there looks delicious too!
Good to know about these informative and lovely things to look forward if you visit Jharkhand in India. The view looks really magnificent in the photo.
I do love the entire post, and this reminds me of my one trip to Chinnamasta temple and Rajrappa. Very intriguing – now I want to go to Betla.
It sounds like your visit to Jharkhand was an amazing combination of nature and culture! I especially love the photos of Tasar silk garments and the colourful dance costumes. I would also love to taste Litti Chokha!
Thx so much for this Jharkhand Travel Guide. The beautiful nature, as well as the beauty of the regional costumes and silk fashions has really caught my eye. I surely will put Jharkhand on my itinerary if I plan a trip to eastern India.
This is one of those states that people don’t know much about, and don’t really think of when it comes to travel. I’ve traveled to Ranchi on work, but never really considered exploring further. Thank you for pointing out that Jharkhand does have its charms. I particularly liked your description of the waterfalls.
wowww.. i’m not really familiar to jharkhand until i come across this post. thank you so much for sharing, i’m particularly interested to visit jaharkhand travel mart, and i gotta agree about indian textile. i was organizing an indian textile fair in indonesia, and they’re all gorgeous! 😀
Gorgeous place! We love the natural scenery; we would love to go adventuring there. The textiles are cool too. Sheila always buys traditional textiles for our table cloth, hankies, etc.
India has been high on our list, we love the colors and vibrancy of the country! This state looks like a lovely way to get off the beaten path and experience something different. The silk looks beautiful and the Litti delicious! Hopefully one day we’ll get there 🙂
What a beautiful and informative guide! I’ve never heard of this place in India before but it looks really amazing. I love their dance performance and the costumes! So so cultural and colourful
I am realizing there are so many hidden gems in India and your blog brings me to different places in the country every week. Glad to see the dance performance about Indian mythology and the fashion show was refreshing – as I didn’t’ expect it at all! You have also covered the nature side of the region that I wish I would be visiting there someday! @ knycx.journeying
What an interesting read. Jharkhand certainly sounds like an up and coming destination. The dancing looks like so much fun and the Tasar silks are absolutely stunning. We still haven’t made it to India but would love to go here when we do get the chance.
I used to live in Tucson Arizona, where they host a world famous gem and mineral show. I saw so many specimens that came from India, with all of the minerals rising from Indian Plate hitting Asia. I had no idea that so many of those come from a single location – Jharkhand. That is absolutely amazing.
Never been to Jharkhand, though I am familiar with some of the local food including litti chokha. You have put together a great guide on what to see, eat and sleep. Rustic tourism and off-beat places are on travellers’ list, so travel to this state should only increase in the future.
I love traveling to new countries, but there is something so great about finding the gems while exploring your own country. Jharkhand looks like it has so much to offer to any type of traveler and I love that the cuisine is mostly vegetarian. Being a vegetarian and traveling is hard at times, but I would love to visit Jharkhand to try their vegetarian cuisine. Plus the music and dancing shows look phenomenal!
I’ve never heard of Jharkhand and so appreciate all the details about it offers, which sounds like a ton from your descriptions. So many things of interest to me as a traveler from culture to waterfalls to towns with lots of history and interesting sites. I’d love to see the 72 terracotta temples in Maluti and the dances.
Your post filled me in with a lot of feelings. Jharkhand is definitely underrated. As a kid, I went to Ranchi a few times to visit relatives, boarding an overnight bus. What I vividly remember is it was raining heavily on one such journey, the night was cold and very pleasant and I couldn’t see clearly but hear some of the majestic waterfalls while we traversed the hills to reach Ranchi. I am going to put Jharkhand high up on my bucket list.
That’s such an exhaustive account of Jharkhand! It definitely falls under offbeat for me! Textiles is something which encourages me to make a visit to this state.
Wow, so many gorgeous waterfalls! Somehow, with my boyfriend, we always end up visiting caves and waterfalls along the way, though they’re not actually our travel target. So I’ve really come to appreciate waterfalls and the Hundru falls especially seems amazing.
I have never heard of Jharkhand but from your pictures and stories, what an amazing combination of natural wonders plus the rich cultural traditions involving dances, religion, crafts and food. Bravo!
Helle 🙂
I was traveling in India for about 2 month – this country is amazing. And still there are so many amazing places to explore. Definately, I will safe your article for my next trip!
The state flower Palaash definitely looks like flames against the sky. The area looks beautiful and those waterfalls must be incredible in the rainy season.
The more I read and hear about India the more I realize there is so much more to learn as I continue to get surprised. Would love to know how the state of Jharkhand came to be formed so recently — 2000? And like you, travel for us is multifaceted — culture, history, food, festivals, natural beauty, adventure. Jharkhand sounds perfect in all phases.
Great! So much delicious foods it makes me want to go back again. Been already a few times in India and thanks for sharing a new adventure. Its on the bucket list!
I’d never heard of Jharkhand before – although perhaps it’s not that surprising given that it only came into existence 18 years ago! There certainly seems like there is plenty to do there, I would love to go and explore!
You’re right about those blazing red flowers, they can brighten up any landscape. Isn’t it amazing how much variety our country has! I have tried Litti Choka a couple of times. Interesting dish.
I’ll admit, I’ve never heard of Jharkhand before. What an amazing experience you had with the Travel Mart, being able to see the highlights of this beautiful area. I loved learning about the Paika and Chhau dances, as well as the Tasar Silk – those outfits are so colourful – I’d love to get some if I ever visit!
I went to Jharkhand couple of years back. I loved its cool climate and the surrounding waterfalls. They are so huge. Although, I am not a big fan of temples and food it was a cool experience to try those as well. You have created a great guide.
Thanks for sharing the information on the history and culture. This place seems amazing. The food looks good too.
I’ve never been to India, and mostly when I think of India, I think of the crazy cities filled with millions of people. I must admit I don’t have a whole lot of interest in visiting those massive cities. But this is a nice reminder that there’s more to India than the major cities. The beautiful waterfalls and more natural attractions you’ve talked about in Jharkhand are more my speed.
wow Jharkhand seems like a great place to visit! Looks like there is so much to do! The show looks so much fun and the food looks delicious ! I cant wait to visit India one day!
You had me at waterfalls, rivers and lush forests! What a beautiful place. I guess I have to add it to my ever growing list! Thanks
I have a big map of India and I have decided to visit each state and mark it off. I have since then wondered of what place to visit in Jharkhand. This article of yours makes me believe that India is really incredible and each nook and corner has some place to visit. I never knew of so many beautiful waterfalls in Jharkhand. I would love to cover all the 11 wonders of this amazing state. Thanks for sharing such detailed information.
Wow, this is such a complete guide! You haven’t missed a thing. I’d love to witness the traditional music and dance, and I’d love to taste… well, EVERYTHING! Beautiful nature, colorful culture and timeless history.. definitely pinning this for when I finally make it to India 🙂
These dancers and costumes look stupendous! When I travel, I always try to see a dance performance – even if it’s often very touristy, I find it gives you an idea of the culture.
Of course, so does the food – and the dishes your showing at the end of the post look just wonderful – I love Indian food.
What an insightful post. Jhartkhand is a place I’ve never actually heard of in India, but it looks fascinating with the dances and the waterfalls and those Ritti balls look amazing. I’m wondering now if I can find them in the UK.