Taxila

The ancient settlement of Taxila in the western outskirts of the twin cities of Rawalpindi and Islamabad is a UNESCO World Heritage Site; it is considered one of the most important archaeological sites of South Asia, and for good reason. There is a modern town with the archaeological sites scattered nearby.

On 15 January sunrise is 07:13, golden light starts about 16:45 and sunset is 17:22 (local time), the sun setting toward the WSW.

On 15 April sunrise is 05:38, golden light starts about 18:06 and sunset is 18:39 (local time), the sun setting toward the WNW.

On 15 July sunrise is 05:08, golden light starts about 18:44 and sunset is 19:20 (local time), the sun setting toward the WNW.

On 15 October sunrise is 06:13, golden light starts about 17:01 and sunset is 17:35 (local time), the sun setting toward the W.

Taxila Sunset at the Greek Temple

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