Sirkap Taxila
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Sirkap Taxila

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Sirkap Taxila

Sirkap, located near Taxila in Punjab, Pakistan, is an ancient city founded by the Greco-Bactrian king Demetrius in the 2nd century BCE. Designed on a grid plan, it reflects a blend of Greek, Persian, and Indian architectural styles. Excavations reveal Buddhist stupas, temples, and artifacts illustrating Taxila’s multicultural heritage.

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This planned city rose in the 2nd century BC, built by a Greek king named Demetrius.

This planned city rose in the 2nd century BC, built by a Greek king named Demetrius.

Sirkap Taxila

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