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Taxila – Relive the History

Posted on 30. Dec, 2009 by MairaS in Exploring Amazing Pakistan, Other info

Taxila is one of the few places in the world with rich history. Placed at a strategic position Taxila has witnessed some great civilizations. Built on a plateau, the city of Taxila was situated at the junction of three trade routes. Taxila was ruled by the Persians, the Greeks (Successors of Alexander the Great) and the Buddhist (Asoka). All of them have left a mark in the form of monuments, buildings and statues.

Of the three civilizations, The Buddhist (Gandhara) civilization has left a deep impact. This city was invaded by the White Huns who after plundering ultimately destroyed it. Numerous statues of Buddha, ruins of monasteries, stupas, and Buddhist monuments in the Gandharan style of art have been excavated. Some places of interest in Taxila are Bhir Mound, Dharmarajika, Sirkap, Jaulian, Jandial, Sirsukh, and Mohra Moradu. A trip to the Taxila Museum is a must if you are visiting Taxila.

Present day Taxila has an Engineering University and a Heavy Mechanical Complex which was set up in collaboration with China.