🧿 Bhamala Stupa

Pakistan · Asia · 33.83°N, 72.98°E

Bhamala Stupa is a ruined Buddhist stupa near Haripur, Pakistan, that dates to the 2nd century CE. It is located on the banks of the Haro River, near Khanpur Dam, and is a tourist destination. Bhamala stupa is part of the larger Bhamala Buddhist Complex. The site is known for its 1,700-year-old statue of the Buddha attaining enlightenment—considered to be the oldest such statue in the world.

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Quick facts

Country	Pakistan
Continent / region	Asia
Coordinates (approx.)	33.83°N, 72.98°E · view on map

Bhamala Stupa is located in Pakistan, in Asia.

More archaeological sites in Pakistan

Akra, Bannu · Amb Temples · Amri, Sindh · Aziz Dheri · Banbhore · Bazira · Bhir Mound · Bijnot Fort · Chanhudaro · Dharmarajika Stupa.

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