Mirik
is surrounded by some of the best tea estates of the world
and the region is famous for its numerous orange orchards
and cardamom plantations.
Apart from these, the nurseries of Mirik
house a good collection of orchids although there number is
not quite large. Mirik monastery is a highly sacred place
for the Buddhists of the region.
Trekking from Mirik to Kurseong via Balasun River & Namsu
could be covered within the couple of days only.
Kawlay Dara View point - One can
get a sweeping view of the plains as well as the snow capped
mountains from this viewpoint. The sunrise and sunset from
here is a visual delight. The viewpoint is about 30 minutes
walk from the tourist hub.
Helipad & Swiss Cottage - The hilltop helipad offers
a panoramic view of Mirik and the Samendu Lake.
Devi-Sthan - The small temple, situated under dense
foliage of the 'dhupi' forest, is considered very holy by
the local.
# Tibetan Buddhist Monastery
# Donbosco Church
# Mirik Bazaar Shopping Centre
#Tamang Buddhist Monastery
# Homedara Siva Mandir
Orchid Nursery & Cardamom firm
# Thurbo Tea Garden & Factory
# Mirik Busty Orange Garden (2.5 km)
# Pasupati Market (11 km)
The climate of Mirik is very pleasant and the temperature
rarely crosses 30 degrees during the summers. However, the
winters are very cold. |