Tepe Narenj

The remains of Tepe Narenj extend across 250 meters of hillside, containing one large stupa, five small stupas, and multiple meditation cells near Kabul.

During the seventh century, Buddhist monk Xuanzang documented the monastery in his travels, providing detailed records about this religious complex in Afghanistan.

The excavated structures reveal meditation cells, five chapels with miniature stupas, and statues of Buddha that demonstrate the spread of Buddhism in Central Asia.

Research teams conduct excavations at the site during summer months, focusing on uncovering additional structures and documenting archaeological findings.

The site features sculptures created through an uncommon technique involving clay layers covered with fabric and finished with stucco materials.

GPS coordinates: 34.49196,69.18189

Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:47