Mirik

State

Mirik is a picturesque tourist spot nestled in the serene hills, free from hustle bustle and pollution. The name Mirik comes from the Lepcha words Mir-Yok meaning "place burnt by fire". The hill town, enveloped by flowers and forests, has plenty of orange orchards, tea estates and cardamom plantations. It is a peaceful place.

Accessibility

Air: Nearest airport Bagdogra, about 55 km from Mirik

Rail: Nearest rail-heads are Ghoom-41 km, Darjeeling-49km and Siliguri-52km

Road: Connected to Darjeeling, Siliguri and Kurseong by road on the following routes:

Mirik-Hilay-Bhanjang-Pashupati Fatak-Simana-Sukhiapokhri-Ghoom-Darjeeling-49 km.
Mirik-Soureni-Phuguri-T.E.-Gaya-baree T.E-Dudey Garidhura-Khaprail-Siliguri-52 km.
Mirik-Garidhura-Longview T.E.-Makaibari T.E. Kurseong-46 km (Jeepable)

Accommodation

The Swiss cottages of Mirik are also good place to stay. These are also called the Motels.
Orange Country Retreat (Deluxe)
Hotel Park (Standard)

District
Darjeeling
Location
55 km from Siliguri and around 50 km from Darjeeling