Destination Pakistan Guide

Destination Pakistan Guide

Buddhist heritage in Pakistan

Takht-i-Bahi Monastery view with Mardan city in background

Takht-i-Bahi and Sahr-i-Bahlol

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Exploring the Magnificent Takht-i-Bahi Monastery and Sahr-i-Bahlol Ruins in Gandhara, Pakistan In the heart of Mardan city, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan, lie two historical treasures: the Takht-i-Bahi Monastery and the Sahr-i-Bahlol ruins. Both structures, dating back to the early 1st century, are situated merely 5 kilometers apart and have earned the prestigious title of UNESCO …

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Kargah Buddha

Kargah Buddha

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Kargah Buddha: A 7th-Century Marvel Carved in Rock In the heart of Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan, lies a remarkable relic of ancient artistry and spirituality – the Kargah Buddha. This magnificent 7th-century Buddha figure chiseled meticulously into solid rock, stands tall at an awe-inspiring three meters (ten feet). Nestled in the picturesque Kargah Nullah ravine, approximately 10 …

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