Dharmarajika Stupa, Buddhist archaeological site in Taxila, Pakistan.
Dharmarajika Stupa is a Buddhist monument in Taxila featuring a circular foundation topped by a large dome. Small chapels surround the main structure, creating a complex of stone ruins spread across the site.
Emperor Ashoka ordered the construction of this monument in the 3rd century BCE to house sacred Buddhist relics. The site underwent multiple building phases and underwent modifications throughout the centuries.
The stupa's stone carvings and architectural elements demonstrate the influence of Buddhist art and religious practices in ancient South Asia.
The site is located about three kilometers east of the Taxila Museum and can be reached via PMO Colony Road. Visitors should allow time to explore the grounds, as the ruins spread across a wider area.
Excavations have uncovered three distinct masonry styles, indicating different construction periods. These differences reveal how building techniques and material sourcing changed over the decades.
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