About Geological Survey of India Museum
The Geological Survey of India Museum in Sri Vijaya Puram (Port Blair) is a specialized geoscience museum located in Haddo, South Andaman. Operated by the Geological Survey of India, it displays rock samples, minerals, fossils and models illustrating the geology and tectonic evolution of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, including the Andaman ophiolite suite. It serves as an educational resource for students, researchers and visitors interested in the islands' natural history.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small institutional museum with indoor display galleries showcasing rock specimens, minerals, fossils, geological maps and models related to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Exhibits explain the formation, stratigraphy and tectonic setting of the islands. The setting is within the GSI office complex in Haddo, with guided explanation often provided by staff. It is primarily an educational visit rather than a large public museum.
Key highlights
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Collection of rock samples and minerals from the Andaman and Nicobar Islands
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Exhibits on the Andaman ophiolite suite and island geology
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Fossil displays and geological maps illustrating tectonic evolution
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Educational models explaining formation of the island arc