Mirik

Mirik (Nepali: मिरिक) is a picturesque tourist spot nestled in the serene hills of the district of Darjeeling in West Bengal, India[1].

Mirik has become a tourist destination for its climate, natural beauty and accessibility.

The centre of all attraction is the Sumendu lake surrounded by a garden on one side and pine trees on the other, linked together by an arching footbridge called Indreni Pull (Rainbow Bridge). A 3.5-km-long road encircles the lake and is used for walks with the view of Kanchenjunga on the far horizon. Boating on the quaint shikaras and pony riding are available.

Getting around

* Sumendu Lake[4] – It is the heart of Mirik. There is an 80-ft (24-m) long footbridge over the lake. One can boat in the lake or take a pony ride around the lake.

* Rameetay Dara – A viewpoint near the town from where one can see the surrounding mountains and the vast plains below.

* Bokar Monestery – On the way to Rameetay Dara, this place is famous world wide as a meditation center.[citation needed]

* Rai Dhap – Source of drinking water for Mirik and a picnic spot.

* Debisthan – A temple of a Hindu goddess located on a hillock near the Sumendu lake.

* Tingling View Point – A panaromic view of the tea gardens can been seen from here.

* Tea Gardens – A number of tea gardens producing the famous Darjeeling tea are located in and around Mirik.

* Orange Orchards – Mirik is famous for its high-quality oranges[5]. These are grown in Mirik Busty, Murmah and Soureni Busty.

* Bunkulung (Jayanti Nagar) – Ecotourism is being promoted here and home-stay facilities are available here.

* Pasupati Nagar – This border market with Nepal[6] is a commercial center for trade in clothes, electronic and household goods.