THE STONE PLAQUE
Taxila Stone Art celebrates the art and craft of Gandhara region, the ingenuity of the artists – men and women, working from home or shop, individually or in organized groups – and promotes their occupational safety and welfare.
GREEK COLUMNS IN TAXILA
Haris Naveed, 20th March
Nestled in the embrace of the ancient Gandhara region, Taxila stands as a testament to the crossroads of cultures and civilizations. The arrival of the Greeks in Taxila can be traced back to the conquests of Alexander the Great in the 4th century BCE. In this blog, we delve into the captivating story of Greek columns in Taxila, tracing the advent of the Greeks and their profound influence on Gandhara's artistic evolution.
The expansion of Alexander the Great's empire into the Indian subcontinent marked the beginning of a fascinating chapter in the history of Taxila.
ODE TO CALLIGRAPHY
Rai Atif Sultan, 20th March
Calligraphy, the art of beautiful writing, holds a prominent place in the artistic heritage of the region. Its significance deepened with the advent of Islam, which brought not only a new faith but also a profound artistic tradition that continues to captivate and inspire. In this article, we pay homage to the rich artistic legacy of calligraphy, tracing its roots to the arrival of Islam in the region and the indelible mark it left on the world of art.
With the arrival of Islam in the region, a new artistic era dawned, one that celebrated the beauty of the written word.