Historical Background of Gandhara “Gandhara” literary meaning the land of fragrance was the ancient name of the tract of country on the west bank of the Indus River which comprises…
INTRODUCTION The Great Stupa of Taxila, also known as the Dharmarajika Stupa, is a Buddhist stupa located close to Taxila, Pakistan. In the third century BC, Ashoka constructed it over…
INTRODUCTION An old temple recognized for its Ionic columns is located at Jandiala, close to Taxila, Pakistan. Jandiala temple is situated 630 meters to the north of Sirkap’s northern entrance.…
Sirkap is an archeological site in Taxila, Punjab. Sirkap is one of the oldest stupas and it was displaced and relocated to its current location by a strong earthquake in…