Tuesday, July 3, 2007

Taxila

Taxila is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. For sometime, it has been the center of Buddhism, the world famous Gandhara sculpture and the center of learning and culture. Exploring Taxila is a multi-dimensional experience. The richness and variety of the famed Gandhara sculpture is bound to attract your attention. There are many images of Buddha, in stone and stucco and numerous panels depicting all the important stages of the great Sage's life. One may also find sculptures of the world's most impressive men of peace. Each carved bit of sculpture shows extravagant beauty and mesmerizing artistery, from colossal to miniature there are literally thousands of such master peices in this collection.

Address: P.O. Box 1465, Agha Khan Road, Markaz F-6, Islamabad 44000, Pakistan
Phone: +92 51 9212760, +92 051 9202766 +92 36 6400
Email: ptdc3@isb.paknet.com.pk
Website: http://www.travel.web.pk/destinations/archaeological_sites/taxila.asp

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