Taxila (Punjab, Pakistan)

Taxila, located about twenty-two miles from Islamābād and Rāwalpindi, stands as one of Asia's greatest archaeological treasures. This site, once the heart of an influential university in the Kingdom of Gandhāra, thrived from the 6th century B.C. to the 6th century A.D., serving as a pivotal hub along ancient trade routes connecting China, Central and West Asia, and India. First uncovered in 1852, its ruins span approximately twenty-five square miles and are divided into three distinct cities. The significance of Taxila lies not only in its vast archaeological extent but also in its role as a center of learning and cultural exchange during its peak, making it a cornerstone of historical and anthropological study.

(Ed.). (2012). Taxila (Punjab, Pakistan). Asia and Oceania, 825–828. https://doi.org/10.4324/9780203059173-187