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Sirkap

Sirkap is an archaeological site at Taxila where streets, walls, homes and places of worship reveal a planned city of the Indo-Greek period. Excavations have uncovered only part of the ancient settlement.

Sirkap
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The place

What makes it special

  • Walk through the urban layout and observe its streets, walls and homes.
  • Look for places of worship among the city remains.
  • Compare its planning with earlier settlements at Taxila.
Street and building remains in the ancient city of Sirkap, Taxila.
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Sirkap
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Main stupa and votive chapels at the Dharmarajika complex in Taxila.

Taxila connects ancient cities, monasteries and a museum

Taxila is not a single ruin to tick off: its museum, Hellenistic city and Buddhist monastery make for a day that works best when you choose only a few stops.

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Profile updated: 02/10/2026