Introduction and Background: “Khanabadosh” sounds like a strange appellation for an academic NGO, devoted to scientific studies and archaeological assessment of primitive hominid group who first occupied the Potohar plateau…
Introduction Dharmarajika Stupa is one of the oldest and most historically significant Buddhist stupas in Pakistan. Located near Taxila, the stupa forms an important part of the UNESCO World Heritage…
Known by its other name, Mughal Garden Wah, Wah Gardens is a garden complex that dates back to the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar the Great (1542-1605). The Mughuls valued landscaping. Wherever…
Introduction Jandial Temple is one of the most unique and mysterious archaeological sites in Pakistan. Located near the ancient city of Sirkap in the historic Taxila valley, the temple is…
Attock, Taxila and Begum Sarai There is a long history associated with the place of Attock. Babar’s grandson, Emperor Akbar the Great, built the famous Attock Fort Complex in 1581…
INTRODUCTION The best monument in the area in terms of architecture is Behram ki Baradari. This is surrounded by a sizable enclosure wall made of lime plaster and tiny bricks,…
INTRODUCTION A mosque known as Mai Qamru Masjid was constructed by engraving a nearby mountain rock. The ancient Gakhar mosque, Mai Qamru Masjid is situated in Bagh Jogian, across from…
COIN AS A HISTORICAL DATA An essential historical source discovered in archaeology is coins. Coins can reveal details about a monarch’s reign, economic conditions, language, administration, and religion. INTRODUCTION Originally,…
Sirkap is one of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Pakistan and an important part of the ancient ruins of Taxila. Known for its Indo-Greek urban planning, Buddhist monuments, and…
Taxila is one of the most significant archaeological and historical sites in Pakistan. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Taxila was once a major center of the ancient Gandhara…