Bokaro

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Jharkhand

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Bokaro is a perfect tourist destination that has it all. From a rich and leisurely metropolitan lifestyle to a pinch of natural beauty spread around, Bokaro has a lot to offer to the discerning travellers. Also referred to as the ‘Steel City of India,’ it is known for its diverse attractions suited to all genres of visitors, like temples, national parks, a trip to steel and coal industries, and much more. It is one of the most popular and important cities of Jharkhand. The urban culture and the natural essence of the city make it special and versatile.

Best Time to Visit Bokaro

The best time to visit Bokaro is from September to February. During these months, the city expects ideal and favorable climatic conditions. These months record temperatures in the range of 20 degrees to 5 degrees. Moreover, these are festive months and the number of tourists is high, imparting an exuberant feel to the city.

History Of Bokaro

The Bokaro district was formed on April 1, 1991, while carving out some parts of other districts of Jharkhand. These are Chas and Chandankari of Dhanbad District and Bermo Subdivision of Giridih District. According to earlier history texts, Bokaro was a small part of the Manbhum region. Manbhum region was named after Raja Man Singh who was the loyal army chief in the reign of Akbar. Manbhum was a gift to Raja Man Singh by Akbar. Later, it was divided into three parts Birbhum, Manbhum, and Singhbhum. It was mostly inhabited by the people of the Kolar Race. Before the 7th century, it was dominated by Jainism. After that, Brahmins dominated this region as it can be traced from the travelogue of Chinese traveler Hiuen Tsang.

Places To Visit In Bokaro

Bokaro has a range of tourism attractions that draws many tourists every year. These are a blend of natural and man-made attractions. Here are a few of them that are worth exploring.

1. Jawaharlal Nehru Biological Park

This biological park in Bokaro is very popular among locals and visitors. This park is home to Asiatic Lions, Tigers, and other wildlife species. Kids, especially, love visiting this park and have fun watching big cats in their element.

2. Parasnath Hills

It is interesting to know that this place holds high significance for the Jain community of the country. This is a hillock that is situated in the Giridih district of Jharkhand and is only a few kilometers away from the city. It is named after 23rd Jain Tirthankar, Parasnath. It is believed that it is here at Sammet Shikhar, most of the Jain Tirthankaras found deliverance. The area is peppered with approximately 20 temples some of which date back to 2000 years.

3. Bokaro Steel Plant

This is the identity of Bokaro. Located along the banks of River Damodar, it is one of the firstSwadeshi Steel Plants. When visiting this plant, go for a guided tour where you will get to see steel manufacturing processes. Check how raw material is handled and then send through different processes to manufacture high-quality steel. Visiting this place with your family and friends would simply make your travel experience an unforgettable one.

4. Picnics

There is no doubt in the fact that picnics are one of the most loved activities people generally like to indulge in. And, as Bokaro has several beautiful parks, it makes all the more sense to visit this place. City Park is one of the famous gardens in the city. The park has three artificial islands and an artificial lake. It is well-landscaped and looks beautiful with a riot of colourful flowers all around.

5. Garga Dam

Flowing in the southern part of the city, this dam was constructed in the 1950s and with time has become one of the best tourist spots in Bokaro. It is built on Garga River which is a tributary of River Damodar. It is also one of the first artificially constructed river valley projects in the country.

6. Boating

The city park comprises many artificial lakes and all of this makes it a good option for boating.

How To Reach Bokaro

Since its establishment until now, Bokaro Steel City in Jharkhand has changed a lot. Here, people mostly can be seen speaking in the Khorta dialect which is a part of the Magahi language. Also, Hindi and English languages are quite prevalent in the city.

Nearest Famous City. Ranchi
Nearest Airbase. Birsa Munda Airport / Ranchi Airport
Nearest Railhead. Bokaro Steel City Railway Station
Distance from Ranchi. 112 Km

By Air

If you are planning to visit Bokaro by air then the nearest airport to Bokaro is Birsa Munda Airport aka Ranchi Airport which is situated at Ranchi around a distance of approx 112 km. The airport is well-connected to major cities of India with world-class service by renowned airline services such as Air India, Vistara, Go Air, IndiGo, etc.

Distance From Bokaro Airport. 3.8 Km

Here is a list of Indian cities from where flights are available to Bokaro

By Train

Bokaro is very well connected with train routes. Bokaro Steel City Railway Station is the nearest railway station. So, it would be a good option for you to travel to Bokaro by train. The railway station comes under the Adra division of South Eastern Railways. It serves the major cities of India including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Assam, Orissa, etc.

Distance From Bokaro Steel City Railway Station. 11.3 Km

By Road

Bokaro city is located at the meeting point of NH 23 and NH 32 which further connects it to the cities like Ranchi, Jamshedpur, etc. You can take public as well as private buses to visit this destination. Bokaro has mainly 3 bus terminals and from them, around 1000 buses depart in all directions regularly.

Distance From Dhanbad. 49 Km
Distance from Ranchi. 80 Km
Distance from Asansol. 102 Km
Distance from Jamshedpur. 112 Km
Distance from Durgapur. 141 Km
Distance from Gaya. 149 Km
Distance from Delhi. 1257.3 Km
Distance from Mumbai. 1838.4 Km

Frequently Asked Questions About Bokaro

Ques 1. What is the old name of Bokaro?

Ans 1. The old name of Bokaro is Manbhum.

Ques 2. Which industry is famous in Bokaro?

Ans 2. Steel industry is most famous in Bokaro. The city is also known as Steel City of India.

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