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Other Places Around Darjeeling |
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MIRIK: |
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Another place in Darjeeling at
the distance of about 50 kilometers is Mirik which
is situated at an altitude of about 5,500 feet.
Mirik with its alternative route to Siliguri from
Darjeeling has the identity of its own as an exotic
hill resort, Mirik is the valley with the natural
lake spanning to 1.25 km long which is fed with
perennial springs and rain water, and is an
excellent picnic spot, offering magnificent view of
Mt Khangchendzonga. Lake is surrounded by Pine trees
and garden of flowers, where the ride on paddle boat
is possible. Mirik has the small town with its own
Municipality office, where Tourist lodge and
cottages are available. |
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It is possible to conduct both long and short tour
package to Mirik. Places of interest other than the
lake itself are: |
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Rameetay Dara: Fabulous
view of the plains and mountains alike is possible
from here. Beautiful view of sunrise and sunset can
be seen from here. |
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Deosi Dara: Offers
magnificent view of the landscape around. |
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Rai – Dhap: An ideal picnic spot |
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Tea Gardens: In and around Mirik there
are eight tea gardens. |
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Oranges Orchards: Mirik being the largest
producer of oranges in Darjeeling has
beautifulrchards. |
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Cardamom Grove: Mirik also has many cardamom
fields located at marshy land. |
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Devi Sthan: Hindu temple situated at the bank
of the lake. |
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