Monday 22 April 2013

Have a Life Like Experience in Jamshedpur!

JAMSHEDPUR



Jamshedpur /ˈɑːmʃɛdpʊər/ (Bengali: জামশেদপুর, Hindi: जमशेदपुर), About this sound pronunciation) is the largest urban conglomeration and most populous city in the state of Jharkhand, India. Jamshedpur is the first planned industrial city of India, founded by the late Jamshedji Nusserwanji Tata. It is also known as Steel City, TataNagar or simply Tata.
Jamshedpur is the headquarters of the East Singhbhum district of Jharkhand. According to the 2011 census of India, Jamshedpur has a population of 1,337,131; the Jamshedpur urban agglomeration (UA), which includes the adjoining areas, Jamshedpur Urban Area is the third Largest city in Eastern India after Kolkata and Patna. It ranks 36th among the 53 million-plus cities in India. It is located on the Chota Nagpur plateau and is surrounded by the picturesque Dalma Hills. The city is bordered by the rivers Subarnarekha and Kharkai on the north and west parts of the city.
Jamshedpur is a major industrial centre of East India. It houses companies like Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Tata Power, Lafarge Cement, Telcon, BOC Gases, Praxair, TCE, TCS, Tinplate and many more. It is home to one of the largest industrial zones of India known as Adityapur which houses more than 1,200 small and medium scale industries.
Jamshedpur was declared the 7th cleanest city of India for the year 2010 according to survey by the Government of India. It has been predicted as the 84th fastest growing city in the world for the timeframe 2006–2020. A major part of the city is run by Tata Steel itself. Jamshedpur has been selected as one of the cities for the Global Compact Cities Pilot Programme by United Nations, the only one to be selected in India as well as South Asia.


Attractions

Dimna Lake:-

An artificial lake constructed by Tata steel, Dimna Lake is situated at the foot hills of Dalma ranges. This lake serves as the water reservoir for the steel plant and also a main source for the drinking water in the city.

The lake is an ideal spot for boating and other water sports activities. The required facilities for jet skiing and rowing are also arranged in this serene lake. The picturesque surroundings and the lush green trees providing cool shades make it a perfect spot for picnic tours. Nearby garden offers relaxing moments for visitors and offer exciting field for kids to enjoy the paying activities.


Dalma Wildlife Scantury:-Located at an altitude of 3000 feet and extending for more than 193 sq km, Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary is established in 1975. The wildlife sanctuary is the hamlet of many wild animals and bird fauna. The jungle forests are credited with invaluable woody trees and plant life.

The animals, which can be spotted in this natural sanctuary are elephants, tigers, leopards, barking deer, porcupines, sambar and sloth bears. One can experience the view the wild life in their natural habitat.

The vast forest land is an ideal spot for trekking expeditions.



Tata Steel Zoological Park:-Tata Steel Zoological Park is located in the Jubilee Park in Jamshedpur. An upkept zoo enriched with worthy displays is a prime attraction in Jamshedpur. The zoological park brings out the balanced design and development of the city mixing the industrial revolution and the natural bio-diversity.

There is a safari park in the zoo, which offers the eye feasting views of the wild life in their natural habitats. The amazing splendor of the woody forests makes the zoological park a unique spot for nature lovers. Jayanti Sa


Many trekking trails are suitable for mild to medium trekking. A local Shiva temple add the attraction of the environment.
rovar located nearby offers great options of boating and water sports activities.


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