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Mirik, at an altitude of 5,800 ft, is a hill resort with its own special charms. The distance from Darjeeling is around 49 km. Located on the banks of a huge lake, the hill town of Mirik adds to beauty of Darjeeling.
Amidst the Himalayan Valley, Mirik has more to offer than just beautiful mountains and lakes.
From boating experiences for your romantic getaway to temples for the faithful to orchids and gardens for the nature’s child, Darjeeling tour is incomplete without Mirik. The well populated, yet not over crowded town also offers viewpoints for those quiet moments of introspection and traditional Indian Bazaars to splurge. Going to Mirik for the perfect hill station getaway is an idea you’ll never go wrong in.
Mirik Lake
Lake offers a tranquil environment with nature.
Boating, horse riding, fish feeding, etc. adds to the exciting experience
Mirik actually has several sightseeing and tourist places other than the lake. Lovely view points to watch sunrise, sunset and the landscape, several nearby tea gardens, monasteries & temples, orange orchards, flower gardens including orchids and more. Some popular activities at the lake area includes boating, horse riding, fish feeding etc
How to reach Mirik?
By Air
The nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport (IXB), located approximately 52 km from Mirik Lake. Bagdogra airport is connected to all the major cities of India like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, etc with daily non-stop flights. From Bagdogra, or Siliguri, you can hire a private vehicle that will get you to Mirik Lake. You can also visit Mirik Lake as a one day tour from Darjeeling.
By Train
The nearest railway station to Mirik is New Jalpaiguri (NJP), about 48 kilometres away. The station, which is 20 mins drive from Siliguri, is the gateway for all Sikkim, Darjeeling and Bhutan. It is well-connected to major cities like Kolkata, Chennai, Bangalore, Mumbai and New Delhi.
From New Jalpaiguri, you can reserve a taxi to Mirik or go to Siliguri and catch a shared vehicle.
By Road
Mirik is well connected by road to Siliguri. One can either reserve a vehicle or get a shared taxi from many points in Siliguri such as Juction, Darjeeling More, etc.
Things you need to Know About Mirik
Elevation
5,800 feet above mean sea level
Temperature Range
2 °C in January to 30 °C in June
Local Language
Nepali, Hindi, Bhutia and English
Food
Indian, Chinese and Authentic Tibetian cuisines.
Festivals
Dusherra, Diwali, Losar, Holi, and Christmas
Religion
Hinduism, Buddhism and Christianity
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Amazing facts about Mirik
Boating
Mirik lake is famous for boating. You can enjoy the boat ride as a couple or a family as a whole
Horse Riding
Mirik's famous horse riding activity is a must try. During the times where horses are dying out, Mirik is the perfect places to experience one
Fish Feeding
Mirik lake has a special bridge from where you can feed the fish below. Its an amazing experience you will cheers for
Best time to visit Mirik Lake
Expected tourist footfall
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From mid March till June, Mirik experiences pleasant weather during the summer season. The temperature hovers 18°C to 30°C during the season. It is the best time to visit if you would like to escape the heat.
From July till September, monsoons causes swift rainfall, many a time causing landslides and road blockage. This is not the best time to visit. However, monsoon tourism is something to look upon if you enjoy rain.
From October till March, winter is the best time for travelling to Mirik. The temperature ranges between 2°C and 14°C during the season. It is the perfect time to visit for the spectacular view of the snow capped mountains.
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