Dharmarajika Stupa

archaeological site in Taxila

#2 in Taxila / #73 in Pakistan

by Sasha Isachenko

/ CC BY-SA 3.0

The Dharmarajika Stupa in Taxila, Pakistan, is an ancient Buddhist monument that dates back to the 3rd century BCE. It was commissioned by the Mauryan emperor Ashoka, who was an ardent supporter of Buddhism. The stupa served as a key religious site for the Buddhist community, housing sacred relics of the Buddha. Architecturally, the Dharmarajika Stupa is noted for its large hemispherical dome, which symbolizes the dome of heaven enclosing the earth. Surrounding the main stupa are several smaller stupas and monastic ruins, highlighting the site's historical significance as a center for learning and spiritual practice.

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