It has been estimated that exploration of mines has been continuing for a long time in Nepal. There is evidence such as old excavated tunnels of mines in different districts of the country. 

Our ancestors have given sufficient attention to rocks and minerals mining and those works are carried on until now. 

Some people, who keep interest in rocks and minerals, say that those are only found in the riverbank. This is an inaccurate and shortsighted answer. Actually, the flow of water washes it out from its mines to the riverbank and it is easier to find the samples of rocks and minerals in the riverbank. 

The Department of Mines and Geology conducted some research in Phakuwa in Sankhwa-sabha at the Hyakule tourmaline and aquamarine mine. 

Nepal is rich in terms of rocks and mineral deposits. There are so many mountains within a short aerial distance and uneven topography. There is the possibility of rocks and minerals above 5000 feet from sea level but there is more possibility of rocks and minerals above 8000 feet. The scientists have said that the mountains and Himalayan region of Nepal is comparatively young. The available rocks and minerals in this region were formed during the time when Himalayas were under the sea. Looking at the geological history, rocks and minerals mines have been linked with the height of the mountain. 

Besides, the quantity and quality of the deposits of the rocks and minerals above 8000 feet are better than that of less than 8000 feet. On top of that, the rocks and minerals mines that are formed in higher mountains are more mature. The Alpine Crystals is a group of crystal enthusiasts from Nepal.