Mirik

Mirik

Mirik is a small town and a Notified Area of Darjeeling district in the state of West Bengal, India. It is the headquarters of the Mirik subdivision. The name Mirik comes from the Lepcha words Mir-Yok meaning "place burnt by fire". 

Sightseeing

  • Tingling View Point

    You can visit places like the Tingling View Point and the Sunrise Point. Both will offer you with amazing natural views and are popular locations visited by the tourists. Moreover, you can also go to Bunkulung that is also referred to as Jayanti Nagar and is popular for promoting eco-tourism. There are also options for lodging in this area.

  • Sumendu Lake

    The Mirik Lake or Sumendu Lake is around 1.25 km long and is considered as Mirik's center of attraction. The lake is fed by rain water which remains full throughout the year. The depth of the lake varies from 3 feet to 25 feet. The western bank of the lake is surrounded by forest with tall pine trees having walking trails passing through it and the eastern bank of the lake has a nice garden where tourists and locals relax and enjoy the natural settings.

  • Orange Orchards

    One of the unique attractions of Mirik is its picturesque orange villages and sprawling orange orchards, which dot the landscape and add to the region's natural beauty. These orange villages, located in the vicinity of Mirik, are nestled amidst verdant hillsides and offer visitors a glimpse into the rural way of life in the Himalayan region.

  • Bunkulung

    Bunkulung, a quaint hamlet nestled amidst the lush hills of Mirik in Darjeeling, West Bengal, offers a serene retreat for nature lovers and adventurers alike. Situated at an altitude of approximately 4,500 feet above sea level, this lesser-known destination boasts breathtaking views of the surrounding Himalayan landscape and is characterized by its pristine forests.

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