IISWC, Dehradun Museum
About This Museum
Tucked away on Kaulagarh Road, the IISWC Museum is a real insider's spot for understanding the story of soil and water in our hills. It feels less like a formal institution and more like a quiet conversation with the land itself. You won't find grand halls here, but what you will discover is a deeply focused narrative on how we've learned to conserve the very ground beneath our feet. It’s a place that makes you look at the local landscape with completely new eyes.
Collection Highlights
The heart of the place is its working models of watersheds—miniature landscapes that show how water flows and can be managed. You'll also find old surveying instruments that mapped these terrains and detailed charts explaining soil types from the region, telling a practical story of science applied to the earth.
Visitor Information
It's located near ONGC, so it's easy to find, and the atmosphere is calm and scholarly. Don't expect flashy interactive screens; come ready to ponder and read. It’s perfect for a quiet afternoon if you have a genuine curiosity about environmental science or local history.
Architecture & Building
The building is functional and unassuming, typical of a government research institute, with a simple, practical design that focuses on its purpose rather than architectural grandeur.
Contact & Location
Address: Forest Survey of India, FSI Service Road, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, 248195, India
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