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Mirik is a marvellous hill spot located in the the heart of Singalila hills. Singalila Hills lies in the south-wetern corner of Darjeeling. Mirik is a fast developing commercialised hill station. If one wants to get rid of the daily hustle and bustle, then Mirik is the apt choice to rejuvinate his mind. The colourful flowers around, tea plantations, forests of Cryptomania Japanica makes the place breath taking. Plantations of cardamom and orange orchards also pulls one towards the place.

Lake Sumendu

Geography

Sumendu Lake

Geography

Country: India

State: West Bengal

District: Darjeeling

STD Code: +91354

Population: 9179 (2001)

Altitude: 1495 metre (4905 feet)

Languages: Nepali , Hindi , English and Bengali

Co-ordinates:26°54’N 88°10’E

Time Zone: IST (UTC+5:30)

Distance: 52 km from Siliguri

Winter Temprature: 2° to 13°C

Summer Temprature: 15° to 30°C

Tourist Guide

Accomodation

Important Sites

Getting there: Mirik is 52 km away from Siliguri and about 50 km away from Darjeeling. To get there one has to reach Siliguri. There are number of trains plying from Sealdah(Kolkata) tp NJP(Siliguri) daily. One may also fly to Siliguri. The nearest airport is Bagdogra airport.After reaching Siliguri one may either opt for bus or road to traval to Mirik.

Best time to visit: Throughout the year.

Jotrney Duration: 2 hours from Siliguri.

1. Hotel Jagjit- It one of the most popular restaurant in the town.

2. Mirik Hotel Park- The hotel is situated next to the Mirik lake.

There are also a number of Swiss cottages , tourist lodge and hill resorts available.

Centre of attraction: Sumendu Lake or Mirik Lake(1.25 km long)

Other Sites: Kawlay Dara, Deosi Dara, Rai-Dhap are irresistable.

Places near Mirik: Dudhia is a famous picnic spot about 30 km away from Mirik. Kurseong via Balasan River and Namsu Sandakphu, Phalut are also places to visit.

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