Although not directly connected with the life of the historical Buddha, the monuments of Sanchi constitute important evidence of early Buddhist architecture in India. In addition to the Great Stupa--a ...

Arches and stones in the lower part of the stupa remind of the work carried out during the British era over a century ago. About 35km from Rawalpindi, the small village of Mankiala holds an ...

At the centre of the apse stands the object of worship in the form of a chaitya or stupa, also hewn out of the rock. The monasteries consist of an astylar hall meant for congregation, and range of ...