Kanishka Stupa, Peshawar

#15 among attractions in Peshawar

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The Kanishka Stupa was a monumental stupa established by the Kushan king Kanishka during the 2nd century CE in today's Shaji-ki-Dheri on the outskirts of Peshawar, Pakistan. ()

Local name: کنشک اسٹوپا Height: 400 ftCoordinates: 33°59'57"N, 71°35'31"E

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Kanishka Stupa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gorkhatri, St. John Vianney's Church, Mahabat Khan Mosque, Cunningham Clock Tower.

0.9 miNW
Archaeological site
Gorkhatri, Peshawar
23 min walk • Gorkhatri, situated in the heart of the historic city of Peshawar in Pakistan, is one of the country's more valuable archaeological treasures, with a history that spans centuries. This ancient complex, which now holds an important place in the urban fabric of Peshawar...
1.1 miW
Church
St. John Vianney's Church, Peshawar
30 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Peshawar, Pakistan, St. John Vianney's Church stands as a beacon of faith and history. This Catholic church, dedicated to Saint John Vianney, is a testament to the resilience and diversity of the religious communities in the region.
1.3 miNW
Sacred and religious sites, Historical place, Mosque
Mahabat Khan Mosque, Peshawar
34 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Peshawar, the Mahabat Khan Mosque stands as a testament to the architectural grandeur and spiritual heritage of the Mughal era. Constructed in the 17th century, during the reign of Emperor Shah Jahan, this mosque is named after the Mughal...
1.2 miNW
Tower
Cunningham Clock Tower, Peshawar
31 min walk • The Cunningham Clock Tower is an enduring landmark in the heart of Peshawar, Pakistan. This prominent structure, standing with historical dignity, was erected in 1900 to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria's reign.
1.3 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Peshawar
34 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the ancient city of Peshawar, Pakistan, lies the historic Qissa Khwani Bazaar, a bustling marketplace that whispers tales of bygone eras. This traditional bazaar, whose name translates to "The Market of Storytellers," has been a hub of commerce...
1.4 miNW
Mosque
Qasim Ali Khan Mosque, Peshawar
36 min walk • The Qasim Ali Khan Mosque; is a 17th-century mosque in Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. Located in Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Mohallah Baqir Shah. The mosque was built during Emperor Aurangzeb's reign, by Qasim Ali Khan, a news writer and administrator in the government of Kabul.
1 miW
Park
Wazir Bagh, Peshawar
26 min walk • Wazir Bagh is an 18th century garden in Peshawar, Pakistan.
0.9 miNW
Museum, History museum, Art museum
City Museum, Peshawar
24 min walk • City Museum was established on an archaeological site of Gorkhatri, Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The museum was inaugurated on 23 March 2006 by Akram Khan Durrani the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The museum consists of three galleries: archaeological, ethnological, and antiquities.
1.3 miW
Church
All Saints Church, Peshawar
33 min walk • All Saints' Church located inside the Kohati Gate of the old walled city of Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan, is a parish of the Church of Pakistan. It is an architecturally unique place of Christian worship that bears a striking resemblance to a saracenic mosque with minarets and a dome.
1.7 miNW
Park
Jinnah Park, Peshawar
43 min walk • Jinnah Park is a public park located in Peshawar city of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan.
1.3 miNW
Temple
Kalibari Mandir, Peshawar
34 min walk • Kalibari Mandir is a Hindu temple located in Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan. This temple is dedicated to goddess Kali and Durga Puja is the main festival.