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MIM Museum

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The MIM Museum (Mineral Museum) is a dazzling showcase of Earth's geological wonders, located in the Saint Joseph University campus in Beirut's Achrafieh district. It features over 2,000 specimens from more than 70 countries, including giant amethyst geodes, luminous fluorite crystals, and rare fossils. The museum's modern, minimalist design allows the minerals to take center stage, with interactive displays and UV lighting to highlight fluorescence. Visitors can marvel at the diversity of colors and shapes, from delicate aragonite formations to massive quartz clusters. It's an educational and visually stunning experience for all ages.

Don't miss

  • View the giant amethyst geode from Uruguay, weighing over a ton.
  • See the fluorescent mineral room, where specimens glow under UV light.
  • Examine the fossil collection, including a complete dinosaur egg nest.

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Ways to visit MIM Museum

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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