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West Bengal Mirik Lake
you will find different source of entertainment and mind refreshing sources that are provided by nature to human. Mirik Lake that is situated in the state of west Bengal and this place has been developed into picturesque tourist’s destination. The name of this lake has been derived from the word of “Lepcha” that is “mir-yok” that actually mean place which is burnt by the source of fire. This lake is well known for favorable climate, easy accessibility as well as natural beauty. There is green garden at the one side of this lake while you will notice large number of pine trees that are lined up in a row on the other side of this lake. This setup proffer great look to the lake. Inderni pull is the name given to the rainbow bridge that is build at this lake for connecting garden and the pine trees area. This foot bridge is built in great architectural style as well. The lake is encircled with 3.5 kilometers of long road that is used for getting far view of Kanchenjunga valley of Himalaya. Quaint shikaras facilitate boating for all visiting tourists on the lake water whereas tourists who are interested in pony riding can also enjoy it by renting the pony from their owners.
History
earlier there was mirik bazar in the west Bengal region where village traders use to sell as well as purchase some necessary things. Sweet flag was grown in abundance at this lake and it was in form of marshland. At the time of British rule the playground was used for playing polo and now it has been turned into beautiful garden that has various species of flowering plant and small trees. In the year 1969 the tourism department of west Bengal acquired almost three hundred thirty five acres of ground from thurbo tea manor which is neighboring to this area. In the year 1974, tourism department of this state started the work to develop this region into one of the tourist spot for people. Chief Minister Siddhartha ray took all the responsibility of facilitating construction work at this mirik lake. Joyti basu who was the next minister of the state inaugurated the newly built tourist spot which included built lake as well as day centre. Tourism flourished at this state at its peak while the development of the krishnanagar started on the other side of the lake along with various restaurants furthermore hotels for catering visiting tourists.
Attraction
the places which can rose interest of anyone in west Bengal are beautiful lake which is spread in an area of 1.25 kilometers. Fascinating road makes this pace more attractive while giving far view of the Himalayan range Kanchenjunga. Fishing activity in also facilitated in the lake water for visitors. If you are on the tour to the west Bengal state then another interesting place for visit is kawlay dara. This place is famous for fabulous view that is during sunset time as well as during sunrise time. Mountains and plains together present remarkable side view as well. Stupendous landscape can be viewed at deosi dara. One of the well known picnic spot in the state is Rai-Dhap. Tourists can also view eight garden of tea plantation in mirik that are used for commercially as well. Orange orchards also attract many tourists toward it. The growth of oranges in west Bengal is highest that any other state of the country. Cardamom grove as well as devi-sthan is another famous tourist’s spot of the state where people notice natural scenic beauty along with peaceful environment.
How To Reach
The easiest way to reach Mirik Lake is through state buses that run on the route of siliguri as well as Darjeeling. Private taxi can be hired from taxi stand of the state or you can even contact state tour and travel department for better travelling plan and transportation details.
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