Mirik is being developed as a hill resort. It is 55 kms from Siliguri. The town is centered around the Sumendu Lake. Landscaped gardens, the tourism department cottages and boating facilities have made Mirik an attractive resort town. Mirik is 1767 m above sea level.Places to see 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. You will be welcomed by perpetual sunshine, wild flowers, in delicate pinks and blues, a fascinating alpine setting, and warm, shy smiles of a people disarmingly unmindful of the more urbane tensions. On the western bank of the lake is the Debisthan with its Singha Devi mandir. Mirik Lake View Mirik has several view points like Ramitey Dara and Deosi Dara which offer spectacular views of the eastern Himalayan ranges. Mirik also has tea gardens, orange orchards and cardamom groves.

Nearby places to Visit :
Darjeeling   Karsiyang   Kalimpang  

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Jagjeet Hotel