Mankiala Stupa, Buddhist stupa in Mankiala, Pakistan.
The circular stone structure rises prominently on the Potohar plateau, featuring detailed architectural elements and traditional Buddhist design patterns throughout its exterior walls.
Built between 128-151 CE during Kanishka's reign, the stupa underwent restoration in 1891 under Raja Usman's supervision after its initial documentation by Mountstuart Elphinstone in 1808.
The monument marks the location where, according to Buddhist tradition, Prince Sattva sacrificed his body to feed seven hungry tiger cubs and their mother.
Visitors can reach the archaeological site via the G.T. Road, turning at Sagri More junction, located 7 kilometers from Rawat Fort and 36 kilometers southeast of Islamabad.
A joint Pakistani-South Korean archaeological team conducts excavations at the site, using advanced tools like drones to uncover meditation cells around the main structure.
Location: Mankiala
GPS coordinates: 33.44806,73.24333
Latest update: March 8, 2025 01:49
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