geology of Nepal

  • Interactive: Geological Divisions of Nepal

    Interactive: Geological Divisions of Nepal

    Nepal Geological Divisions Widget 🇳🇵 Nepal Geology North-South Cross Section North (Tibetan) Tethys Himalaya 🏔️ + Sedimentary Fossils The “Tibetan” zone. Composed of fossil-rich sedimentary rocks (limestone, shale) deposited in the ancient Tethys Sea. It lies in the rain shadow. STDS The Core Higher Himalaya ❄️ + Metamorphic >3000m The crystalline backbone. Contains high-grade…