Taxila Stone carved

Gandhara was an ancient region located in what is now northern Pakistan and eastern Afghanistan, known for its rich history and cultural heritage. One of the most enduring legacies of Gandhara are its intricate and expressive stone carvings, particularly headstones.

These headstones, often carved from schist or grey limestone, served as markers for Buddhist monasteries and stupas, religious monuments containing relics of the Buddha. They typically depicted human figures, either standing or seated, with serene expressions and elaborate hairstyles and clothin