Pakistan is an archaeologically rich country, many archeologists across the world visit Pakistan and do their research and their studies on historically rich Archeological sites of the country. Every province of Pakistan has something interesting to showcase in terms of history and archeology from Sindh to Punjab, from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa to Balochistan. Due to such rich history, culture and archeology, we recommend visitors explore this amazing wonder through various of
tour packages in Pakistan.
Every day, archaeologists uncover new treasures that improve our understanding of ancient civilizations and the impact of their culture on today's world. Here are some points you should keep in mind while visiting Pakistan’s archeological sites.
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The places you visit should have historical significance.
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Must have cultural diversity
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Must be recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site
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These archaeological sites of Pakistan should attract Researchers and tourists from all over the world.
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Pakistan's archaeological sites should contribute to the understanding of human history by linking South Asia to a more comprehensive global history.
Top Archaeological Sites in Pakistan
The Pakistani government and international organizations should make an effort to preserve and protect these valuable cultural sites. Here are the top archaeological sites of Pakistan that must be visited if you are an archeologist and discover the secrets of Pakistan's hidden gems.
Harappa and Mohenjo Daro
The most well-known Indus Valley Civilization sites are Harappa which is located in Punjab and Mohenjo Daro located in Sindh. Harappa is a famous archaeological site yet Mohenjo Daro is also known as ‘Mound of the Dead Men 'and is a popular archaeological spot especially if you are a student and seeking the best place for your research project.
Taxila
Taxila is located in the Rawalpindi district of Punjab. Taxila was an important city founded in some very ancient kingdoms, possibly in 1000 BCE. Taxila portrays the history of the Buddhist era which makes it the most interesting and unique archeological spot to visit.
Rohtas Fort
The Rohtas Fort, known as Qila Rohtas, is situated near Jhelum. It was constructed in the 16th century under Sher Shah Suri's rule. This fort is a must-see if you like to visit ancient structures and buildings.
Katas Raj Temple
The historic Katas Raj temple is situated close to Kallar Kahar at an elevation of 2,000 feet. Katas Raj Temple shows the uniqueness of the Hindu religion and many traces of some mixed culture. This Hindu temple is surrounded by a Pond.
Kot Diji
The unique city is located in Sindh, close to the Indus River, and Khairpur. The historically rich city is made up of stone rubble that was first discovered in the 1950s, and it was built approximately in 3000 BCE.
The Noor Mahal
The Noor Mahal located in Bahawalpur is an image of elegance and beauty and was constructed in 1872 in the era of the British Raj, the Nawab of Bahawalpur.
Takht-i-Bahi
The archaeological site Takht-i-Bahi, also called the throne of water spring, is situated in Mardan, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. established in the first century CE, and the location was used by Buddhists until the 7th century. In 1980, Takht-i-Bahi was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.