Prime Attractions of Mirik
There are several spots of tourist interest in the hill station of Mirik
Sumendu Lake
Sumendu Lake at Mirik is a man made lake which attracts tourists in Mirik. The Sumendu Lake is wrapped in forested ridge and a flower garden and has a floating fountain in its center. The Sumendu Lake is ideal for activities like boating and fishing.
Singha Devi Temple
Near Sumendu Lake there is a temple of Singha Devi or the Devi Sthan. one must visit the temple that attracts tourists.
Deosi Dara
Deosi Dara is a vintage point in Mirik that must be visited to catch some vistas of the plains, hills and peaks in and around Mirik. Similarly Rameetay Dara is ideal for watching the spectacular sunset and the sunrise besides the mountains and plains of Mirik. You may even check out Kawlay Dara for some more breathtakingly beautiful views of Mirik
Rai Dhap
One can enjoy picnic while in Mirik at Rai Dhap. Rai Dhap has a small lake that is the source of potable water in Mirik.
Kawlay Dara View point
One can get a sweeping view of the plains as well as the snow capped mountains from this viewpoint. The sunrise and sunset from here is a visual delight. The viewpoint is about 30 minutes walk from the tourist hub.
Helipad & Swiss Cottage
The hilltop helipad offers a panoramic view of Mirik and the Samendu Lake.
Devi-Sthan
The small temple, situated under dense foliage of the 'dhupi' forest, is considered very holy by the local.
| Getting to mirik |
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Mirik is 49 km from Darjeeling and 52 km from Siliguri. The nearest airport is at Bagdogra, and the closest railhead is at New Jalpaiguri, both at Siliguri, with connections to Kolkata. From Darjeeling and Siliguri, you can take buses or taxis to get to Mirik. DGHC Tourism organizes one-day luxury coach tours from Darjeeling to Mirik.
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Mirik is pleasant to visit at any time of the year. The average summer temperature is 30ºC and winter is 13ºC. June to August sees rainfall. Bring light woollens and cotton clothes for summer and heavier ones for winter.
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There are comfortable hotels in town, with decent facilities in Mirik. DGHC has tourist cottages and log cabins in the forest, as well as a Tourist Hostel in town. Advance bookings are recommended in season. Contact DGHC Tourism, Darjeeling, Tel: 0354-54214, 54879. Or Tourist Centre, Govt. of West Bengal, Kolkata, Tel: 2488271, 2485917
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