Uper Hisri Hills

Netarhat, Jharkhand, India

Uper Hisri Hills offers one of the highest vantage points in the Netarhat region, providing a 360-degree view of the surrounding valleys and the winding roads that lead up the plateau. The hills are characterized by their flat-topped structure, a common feature of the pat landform in Jharkhand. Wal

General information

Ideal Duration:

2 Hours
Place Type:

Hill Station / Viewpoint
Entry Fees:

Entry is Free.

Camping Fee: If staying overnight, forest permissions may cost 200 INR.

Parking: Open parking is free. ...

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Entry is Free.

Camping Fee: If staying overnight, forest permissions may cost 200 INR.

Parking: Open parking is free.

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Timing:

Best from 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Sunrise: The sun rises directly over the distant ranges.

Winter Dusk: Leave by 5:00 PM as it gets dark quickly. ...

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Best from 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Sunrise: The sun rises directly over the distant ranges.

Winter Dusk: Leave by 5:00 PM as it gets dark quickly.

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Special Events:

Sarhul Festival celebrations.

Tribal Dance: Nearby villages often perform traditional dances on the slopes during the spring festival in March/April. ...

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Sarhul Festival celebrations.

Tribal Dance: Nearby villages often perform traditional dances on the slopes during the spring festival in March/April.

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Best Photo Spots:

Photo Spots: The summit edge.

Horizon Panoramas: Use the panoramic mode for the entire valley.

Red Soil Contrast: Capture the red earth against the green trees.

Cloud Level:...

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Photo Spots: The summit edge.

Horizon Panoramas: Use the panoramic mode for the entire valley.

Red Soil Contrast: Capture the red earth against the green trees.

Cloud Level: In monsoon, take photos "inside" the clouds.

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Best for explorers.

Hiking: A gentle uphill walk.

Kite Flying: The wind currents are perfect for this.

Camping: Excellent for overnight stay with permission.

Yoga: The flat top is perfect for morning asanas.

Painting: Artists find the landscape highly inspiring.

Picnicking: Carry your own mats and food.

Bauxite Study: Observe the mining-grade rocks. ...

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Best for explorers.

Hiking: A gentle uphill walk.

Kite Flying: The wind currents are perfect for this.

Camping: Excellent for overnight stay with permission.

Yoga: The flat top is perfect for morning asanas.

Painting: Artists find the landscape highly inspiring.

Picnicking: Carry your own mats and food.

Bauxite Study: Observe the mining-grade rocks.

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Information

Why Famous:

Famous: Famous for its 360-degree View.

Sunset: Unlike Magnolia point, this offers a more private and higher view of the sun setting over the valley. ...

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Famous: Famous for its 360-degree View.

Sunset: Unlike Magnolia point, this offers a more private and higher view of the sun setting over the valley.

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Architecture:

Features a plateau-like flat summit.

Natural Amphitheater: The curvature of the hills creates a natural acoustic effect.

Dimension: The summit spans several acres, with an altitude of approx 3,700 feet. ...

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Features a plateau-like flat summit.

Natural Amphitheater: The curvature of the hills creates a natural acoustic effect.

Dimension: The summit spans several acres, with an altitude of approx 3,700 feet.

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How To Reach:

Via forest trails.

By Air: Ranchi Airport is 160 KM.

By Train: Lohardaga is the closest railhead at 75 KM.

By Road: Reach via the Ghaghra-Netarhat road.

By Local Trans...

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Via forest trails.

By Air: Ranchi Airport is 160 KM.

By Train: Lohardaga is the closest railhead at 75 KM.

By Road: Reach via the Ghaghra-Netarhat road.

By Local Transport: Hiring a private bike or car is the most feasible way.

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Weather and Best Time to Visit:

Best Time: October to June.

Seasons: Summer is surprisingly cool here.

Day Part: Late afternoon for the best light for photography. ...

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Best Time: October to June.

Seasons: Summer is surprisingly cool here.

Day Part: Late afternoon for the best light for photography.

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Near Tourist Places:

1. Netarhat School (18 KM), 2. Pine Forest (16 KM), 3. Netarhat Dam (14 KM), 4. Upper Ghaghri (15 KM), 5. Koel View (19 KM), 6. Pear Orchard (17 KM), 7. Sunrise Point (18 KM), 8. Magnolia Point (20 KM), 9. Lower Ghaghri (25 KM), 10. Lohardaga (70 KM)

Tourism Tips

Prepare for the wind.

Packing: Bring a light windbreaker even in summer.

Health: Stay hydrated as the climb can be tiring.

Cash: Keep change for local snacks in nearby villages.

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Prepare for the wind.

Packing: Bring a light windbreaker even in summer.

Health: Stay hydrated as the climb can be tiring.

Cash: Keep change for local snacks in nearby villages.

Connectivity: Very poor; tell someone your location before heading out.

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