Mirik Travel Guide
About Mirik:
Mirik, the youngest hill station of India, is built around a 1.25 km
long natural lake. The magical hill resort lies close to Siliguri in the
West Bengal state of India. The peaceful and tranquil hill resort of
Mirik boasts of several nature spots. The wild flowers, lovely lake and
flourishing forests of Cryptomaria Japanica trees make Mirik appear as a
tropical paradise. Mirik is surrounded by tea estates, orange orchards
and cardamom plantations. There is a floating fountain in the middle of
the lake and a quaint little footbridge connecting the flower garden on
the eastern bank to the heavily forested ridge on the west. The lake is
provided with boating facilities.
Getting There
The hill resort of Mirik is easily accessible for the tourists. The
airport nearest to Mirik is in Bagdogra at a distance of 55 km. The
broad gauge railhead at New Jalpiaguri caters to the rail transportation
to the hill resort of Mirik. It is 60 km away from the hill resort. The
excellent road network links Mirik with other important places like
Bagdogra, Siliguri, Kurseong and Darjeeling.
Tourist Attractions:
The Sumendu Lake
The major attraction of Mirik. The arch bridge across the lake is 80
ft. long. Boating and fishing are two of the most popular pastimes here.
Rameetay Dara
A viewpoint from where one can get a sweeping view of the plains and
the mountains. Sunrise and sunset seen from this point are unforgettable
sights.
Deosi Dara
Another observation point offering a panoramic view of the plains, the
hills and the peaks.
Rai Dhap
An ideal picnic spot. The source of drinking water for the whole of
Mirik.
Debi Sthan
The revered Hindu temple, the Singha Devi Mandir is on the western bank
of the lake.Mirik is surrounded by some of the best teagardens of the
region. Thurbo tea Estate, one of the best known, is only 2 km from
Mirik. One can visit the factory to see tea being processed.
