Netarhat - नेतार्हत

Netarhat-popularly called the 'Queen of Chotanagpur', is 156 km west of Ranchi Town. A plateau 4 miles long & two and a half miles broad. It is in the extreme south of the district, the highest point of which is 3800 feet above the sea-level. It is 96 miles west of Ranchi across seven hills. The beautiful hill resort known as the 'Queen of Chhotanagpur Plateau' is perched at an altitude of 1,127 metres amidest thick forests. This summer retreat for British soldiers of Raj ear is noted for its sylvan surrounding and bracing climate. It is the highest point on the planteau chhotangpur and is the coolest town of the state. The sal, shisham and Mahua forest, gushing streams and orchards of pear, guava, litchi and papaya add to the beauty of this amazing resort.