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THE STEEL CITY
Set amidst picturesque surroundings, Jamshedpur or Tatanagar called so
after the name of its industrialist- founder Dorabji Jamsedji Tata, is
situated in Singhum district of Bihar, at the junction of Subarnarekha and
Kharkai rivers. Well known as the steel city of India, it is the second
largest town in the state and a major rail and road junction. 
A model town, it is one of India's earliest planned cities and is, to
this day beautifully maintained and managed, in spite of being an
industrial township. It was Jamshetji Tata's vision that saw Bihar in the
steel map of the world. Industrial giants like TISCO, TELCO are situated
here, because of the abundance of iron ore in Jamshedpur.
Surrounded by the Dolma hills, it has retained its hill station
atmosphere. The town is not just an important industrial centre with a
chain of multiple industries but also has a number of tourist attractions.
PRIME SITES
Jubilee Park:
Built in the lines of Brindavan Gardens of Bangalore, Jubilee Park is
situated in the heart of city. Dotted with flowerbeds and illuminated
fountains, this park is spread in some 225 acres. The park was presented
by the Tata Steel Company to the citizens of Jamshedpur, in its Golden
Jubilee Year. To commemmorate the birth anniversary of the founder of the
huge Tata empire, on the 3rd of March every year, the resplendent
fountains are illuminated that attract tourists from all over the world.
Initially, the fountains were lit up every weekend.
Sir Dorabji Tata Park :
Manicured lawns and flowerbeds and brilliantly lit fountains give a
delightful dash of colour to the park.
Hudco Lake :
Snuggled in the picturesque and hilly terrain of Telco Colony, the lake
is an enchanting treat for those desirous of being in nature's- lap,
within the city precincts.
Keenan Stadium :
This cricket stadium has been acknowledged by many visiting cricket teams
as one of the finest in the country.
Tata Football Academy :
India's first football academy has an ultra modern gymnasium and imparts
training based on international techniques to budding young footballers.
The hostel in the sports complex can accommodate some 500 persons.
J.R.D. Tata Sports Complex :
This magnificent complex has an international size football ground with
an eight-lane monosynthetic track. This is one of the best sports complex
in India. Facilities for handball, volleyball, hockey and table tennis and
a modern gymnasium are available at the complex. Based here, are the Tata
Chess Centre and the Tata Archery Academy.
Gliding And Flying Clubs :
Offering wide scope for 'extra terrestrial' sporting activities, such as
gliding and flying, The Jamshedpur Gliding Club, the Jamshedpur
Co-operative Flying Club Ltd. and the Tatanagar Aviation Pvt. Ltd. are
bound to enliven the spirits of the adventure enthusiasts. Jamshedpur has
facilites for gliding and flying at the Sonari airport.
Tata Steel Adventure Foundation :
The Foundation provides scope for a wide variety of adventure sports,
such as rock climbing, river rafting, para sailing, etc. The 40-old
adventure club has kept itself abreast with popular activities for outdoor
enthusiasts. There are a number of other private clubs offering a variety
of sporting activities such as golf, tennis, squash, billiards, horse
riding etc.
Tribal Culture Centre :
The Centre showcases the ethos of our indigenous peoples. Besides
imparting vocational training, it also organises tribal festivals and
cultural programmes. The other sites that attract the tourists are Tata
Steel Zoological Park, the confluence point of the Kharkai and
Subarnarekha rivers.
EXCURSIONS
Dimna Lake :
Surrounded by flora the Dimna lake is 13 kms from Jamshedpur. This is
situated at the foot of Dalma Hills. It is an ideal picnic site.
Dalma Wild Life Sanctuary :
The best habitat for the elephants with thick forests spread in some 195
sq. kms. the Dalma Wild Life Sactuary where one can find elephants,
barking deers, sloth bears, porcupines, leopards, tigers etc. The steep
slopes of Dalma offers excellent trekking opportunities.
Jaduquora :
Located on Hata-Musabani road and is about 40 kms from Jamshedpur.
Musabani :
40 kms from Jamshedpur. Here, Copper Mines are located.
Noamundi :
64 kms South West of Chaibasa. It is mining centre for Iron ores.
Ghatshila :
23 miles east of Jamshedpur, Ghatshila is the birth-place of late Bibhuti
Bhushan Bandyapadhaya, a famous writer. Timber industries are also
situated here.
TRAVEL INFORMATION
HOW TO GET THERE
Air :
Tatanagar is connected with Calcutta by Vayudoot Flights which in turn is
connected to major cities in India.
Rail : There is Tatanagar Railway Station located on Howrah-Mumbai
line, in Jamshedpur.
Road : Jamshedpur is well connected by road with all the major
towns of Bihar.
Local Transport :
Mini Buses, Taxies, Auto Rickshaws and Cycle Rickshaws are available in
all parts of the town.
WHERE TO STAY
Centre Point Hotel, Bistupur Road, Tel. # 431324.
Hotel Siddhartha , Bistupur Road, Tel. # 433008.
The Kanchan, Aam Bagari, Sakchi, Tel. # 435329.
Midtown, Bistupur, Tel. # 435329.
OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION
Tourist Information Centre: Bistupur, Jamshedpur, near Air India
Office, Tel. # 432892.
Hospital: Arogya Bhawan, Tel. # 221509, 231599; A.D.M. Hospital,
Baridih 424022, 845282; Government Hospital Tel. # 432138
Restaurants : Dinabandhu Hotel, Janata Hotel, Railway Catering.
Bank And Money Changer: Allahabad Bank.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Climate : Tropical.
Temperature:
Max: 46.7 C
Min: 6.1 C.
Clothing:
Winter: Light woollen.
Summer: Cotton/tropical.