Full Day Tour To The Ancient City Of Taxila From Islamabad

1. On the way see the Nicholson Monument, British monument was built in the last century to perpetuate the memory of the British Brigadier General John Nicholson who was killed during the liberation war of 1857, by a Muslim freedom fighter named Kale Khan.

2. Taxila Museum - The museum is situated near the archaeological site of Taxila, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A historic archaeological site in the Rawalpindi District of the Punjab province in Pakistan. Taxila is known for its ancient Buddhist ruins and archaeological treasures dating back to the Gandhara civilization. The museum plays a crucial role in preserving and showcasing the rich cultural and historical heritage of this region.

3. Bhir mound - The remains of Bhir Mound, the earliest city site of ancient Taxila,

4. Dharmarajika Stupa And Monastery - Dharmarajika Stupa is indeed a significant Buddhist site, located in Taxila, Pakistan. Taxila is an ancient archaeological site that was once a major center of Gandhara civilization. The Dharmarajika Stupa is one of the several stupas and monasteries found in this region, dating back to the Buddhist period.

5. Sirkap - Sirkap dates back to the 2nd century BCE and is believed to have been established by the Greco-Bactrian king Demetrius. It served as a significant urban center during the Gandhara period and was inhabited by various civilizations, including Greeks, Persians, and later, Buddhist communities.

6. Jaulian - Buddhist Monastery Buddhist monasteries, Jaulian consists of various structures, including a main stupa, prayer halls, monastic cells, and courtyards. The layout reflects the organized and communal lifestyle of Buddhist monks.

If time visit Khanpur and drive back to Islamabad