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Sikkim

Introduction
Sightseeing
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Travel Essentials
State Sikkim
City Gangtok
Airports Bagdogra
Distance from Bagdogra 124 Km/80 Mile
Railway Junctions Nearest railhead New Jalpaiguri
Local Languages Bhutia, Lepcha
Mirik-Introduction

The Hill resorts India offers online booking of hotels as well as tour packages to Mirik, a pristine hill resort which is far away from the hustle and bustle of the city and is nestled in the forest hills. The tranquility of this delightful spot attracts many tourists and it is claimed that no one ever leaves this hill resort unsatisfied.

The natural beauty of this beautiful hill resort has a rejuvenating effect on the tired urban soul. All the wild flowers, enchanting lakes and flourishing forests of Cryptomaria Japanica trees make Mirik a paradise on earth, and the Kachunjanga as a backdrop adds immense beauty to the whole scenery

Mirik - Location Hill resort of Mirik lies between Siliguri and Darjeeling, in the state of West Bengal. It takes a two hours road journey from Siliguri to get to Mirik. The hill resort stands at an altitude of 1,768m in the forested hills of eastern Himalayas.

Mirik - Sites to Visit - The most prominent of tourist spots in Mirik is the Sumendu Lake. It is a man made lake enveloped in a forested ridge, and surrounding it is a flower garden and there is also a floating fountain in its center. Though not for swimming, Sumendu is considered ideal for boating and Fishing.

The temple of Singha Devi or the Devi Sthan is on the west bank of the river and you have to take the bridge over the lake to get there, not only is it frequented by the pious but also the nature lovers. Other temples dedicated to Hanuman, Shiva and Kali Mata can also be visited there. Bokar Gompa is another place of religious importance.

A holiday package usually also includes a tour to the Rameetay Dara, which is ideal for watching the spectacular sunset and the sunrise. Deosi Dara is yet another vantage point in Mirik. One can also take a tour to Rai Dhap, which has a small lake that is the source of potable water in Mirik and is also an ideal picnic spot.

 

MIRIK is another tiny hill resort easily accessible from Siliguri, Kurseong or Darjeeling. The center-piece of the town is the Sumendu Lake where boating under the serene gaze of Khangchendzonga makes for a most relaxing pastime. Rameetay Dara and Deosi Dara are two elevated points near the lake from where the view is terrific. Apple orchards and tea gardens are other attractions.

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.

 

 

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