PakistanThe Butkara Stupa is a significant Buddhist monument near Mingora in Swat Valley, Pakistan. Originally possibly commissioned by Emperor Ashoka, it is now generally dated to the 2nd century BCE [1]. Archaeological excavations have yielded numerous artifacts including coins and Kharosthi inscriptions, with discoveries dating to around 2,000 years ago [2].
Butkara Stupa
| Type | Temple complex |
|---|---|
| Period | 500 BC - 1 AD |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Coordinates | 34.7573° N, 72.3621° E |