Butkara Stupa

Butkara Stupa is an ancient Buddhist monument located in Pakistan's Swat Valley, dating back to around the 2nd century BCE. It originally served as a sacred site for Buddhist worship and meditation, featuring a large, dome-shaped structure called a stupa, which held relics and spiritual significance. Over centuries, it was expanded and renovated, showcasing intricate stone carvings and architectural details that reflect early Buddhist art. Today, Butkara Stupa offers valuable insights into the region’s historical religious practices and is an important archaeological site for understanding the spread of Buddhism in South Asia.