Temple7 km · 20 min from Ranchi
Pahari Mandir
Ranchi's hilltop Shiva temple
A 600-foot rocky hill in the heart of Ranchi crowned by an ancient Shiva temple. 468 steps to the top, and the same hill that hosted the very first Independence Day flag hoisting in Jharkhand. Sunrise here is magic; Maha Shivratri is electric.
Highlights
- ✦468 steps to a hilltop Shiva shrine
- ✦Best 360° view of Ranchi city
- ✦Largest tricolour hoisting in Ranchi on Aug 15
- ✦Crowds during Shravan and Maha Shivratri
Insider tips
- 💡Mondays are crowded — pick a weekday morning
- 💡Carry shoe-bag — shoes off at base
- 💡Free water available at the temple
Nearby attractions
- Rock Garden (10 min)
- Kanke Dam (15 min)
- Tagore Hill (20 min)
