The Amlok-Dara stupa is located in the Swat valley of Pakistan. It is a part of the civilization of Amluk-Gandharan Dara. The stupa is thought to have been built in the third century. The stupa was discovered in 1926 by archaeologist Aurel Stein. Amlok Darra Stuoa Amlok Dara Stupa Distance from Islamabad This stupa is…
Balo Kalay Buddhist stupa is a few kilometers from the ancient town of Bazira, Barikot Swat. It is now marked as the Balo Kalay Stupa, near Gumbat. Alexander of Macedon is said to have fought a battle here in Bazira in 327 BC and handed over control to his representative Seleucus I Nicator. Several Buddhist…
Jahanabad Buddha of Swat is the second tallest illustration of Buddha Carved in rock anywhere in the world. The tallest one is in Bamyan, Afghanistan. Jahanabad Buddha rock from distance How tall is the Jahanabad Buddha Figure? Jahanabad has 2 Buddha figures, the taller one is 23 x 17 feet and is etched on the…
Mahodand Lake is just one of the several types of places you can enjoy around Swat. Mahodand is pronounced Maho-dund and not “mahomet” or “mahjongg” Things to do around Mahodand Lake Swat Options for travelers include :- Mountain Climbing Boating on the lake Leisure stay at a hotel Buddhist ruins visit Skiing Fishing Hiking further…