Netarhat Tourism-queen of chota nagpur | Special sightseeing spots|chota nagpur
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Netarhat is a hill station in Latehar district of Jharkhand.It is also
reffered to as the "Queen of chotanagpur".
The town is famous for Netarhat Residential school,set up in 1954. Netarhat is
also known for its tourism attraction sights.
There are many sightseeing spots in Netarhat some are discovered and some are
not.
Some special sightseeing spots of Netarhat are:-
- Mannolia point
- Upper ghaghari waterfalls
- koel viewpoint
- Lower ghaghri waterfalls
- Pine forest
- Sunrise point
- Netarhat Residential School
Among sightseeing spots Netarhat is also famous for Picnic spots.
Netarhat tourism (Major Attractions)
The most visited sight seeing spots of Netarhat.
#1.Magnolia Point
If you do not catch the sunset at Netahat,then you just missed a chance to
catch one of the most jaw droppong sights.The Magnolia Point is a place where
people come to witness the sunset in its full splendour.
The sight from here is something whic every tourist cherishes.Tourists who
once enjoy this sight feel like coming back here to witness the sight again
and again,along with sipping a glass of tea offered by the tribal people
here.
Story of Magnolia point:-
According to local tales,during the colonial period,an english resident named
Magnolia fell in love with a local peasant,But literally driven to the edge by
society,she committed suicide by jumping off the cliff.Since then the place is
known as Magnolia point.The local administration has spruced up Magnolia Point
from where you can catch the best sunset view.If you start early,you may spend
some time at the viewpoint from where the koel river can be seen meandering
through the verdant hills below.
#2.Upper ghaghri Waterfalls
The hills surrounding netarhat are dotted with spring and waterfalls.The area
has many orchards growing pears(Nashpati).
It's located amidst the lush green Valley,with cool breeze blowing.One would
able too here the gushing sound of the cascading waterfall which hits the rock
at the bottom as the stream finds its way through the cliff.
#3.Koel viewpoint
This place offers a breath-taking view of the koel river,which flows through
the adjoining hillocks and lush green valleys.The beauty of the river and its
surrounding creates a bewitching environment.Its just about 100m from the
upper ghaghri.
#4.Lower ghaghri waterfalls
Originating from Netarhat dam,the small river falls down from a hight of
32ft.And attracts a large number of tourist.The lower ghaghri is a twin of the
Upper ghaghri waterfalls with trees standing tall on its sides and forms a
protetive umberella to the surroundings.
#5.Pine forest
Trek through the pine forest,enjoy the journey as you'd love the nature as it
accompanies you throghout your walk.It is most colder her,slightly more
pleasant thanthe rest of the city.
It used to be the governor's permanent summer station till sometime
back.
#6.Sunrise point
It is situated in the eastern part of Netarhat and known for its sunrise in
the mornings.Early mourning,if you book a lodge you can visit sunrise point.
#7.Netarhat Residential School,boarding school and the few modern 'Gurukuls' left in india.
Netarhat School is commonly known as Netarhat Awasiya Vidyalaya.
It is Government funded school by the Government of Jharkhand,people/tourist
come to visit the school from differnt parts of jharkhand as well as India.
NOTE:-The place doesn't have any community transportation system.You need to have your own vehical or cab for better experience.Carry water bottle each place you go as there is no water facilities for public.
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