Museum of Earth Sciences, GSP HQs, Quetta
About This Museum
Tucked away on the grounds of the Geological Survey of Pakistan in Quetta, this museum feels less like a formal gallery and more like a deep dive into the very bones of Balochistan. It’s a place where the region's dramatic geological history, from colliding continents to ancient oceans, is laid bare in stone and mineral. You won't find dusty, forgotten displays here; instead, you'll encounter a story written in fossils and glittering ores collected by survey geologists over decades. It’s a quiet treasure for anyone curious about the powerful forces that shaped this rugged landscape.
Collection Highlights
The star of the show is often the stunning variety of minerals native to Pakistan—deep green emeralds and rich pink Himalayan salt crystals that catch the light. Then there are the fossils, including the formidable teeth of prehistoric sharks that once swam where Quetta now stands, a silent testament to a time when this was all sea.
Visitor Information
It's located on the ground floor of the GSP headquarters on Sariab Road, so it has a working, academic feel to it. Pop in during office hours; it's a calm spot to spend an hour marveling at natural history without the crowds.
Architecture & Building
Housed in a practical, modern government building typical of a scientific institution, with functional lines and an unassuming facade that belies the wonders inside.
Contact & Location
Address: کوئٹہ, Station road Quetta, Jan Muhammad Road Areas, Brahimzai, Satellite Town سیٹلائٹ ٹاؤن, تحصیل کوئٹہ شہر, ضلع کوئٹہ, کوئٹہ ڈویژن, بلوچستان, 97300, پاکستان
Phone: +92 81 9211381
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