built around 618 CE during the Hephthalites reign.
- Also called Salsal = male figure
- Fully destructed on 2001 by Taliban
- Located in Bamiyan valley of Hazarajat region in
Central Afghanistan. - Had a height of 175ft
- Made of stone but several people debate about
what materials were used to cover them. - Buddhas considered a powerful place
- Guardian of valley
- It has a robe carved in a classical style.
- Symbolizes the cultural richness of this national
heritage. - Surrounded by caves where Monks lived
- Caves have religious sanctuaries and bright colors,
sharing the culture of Gandhara.
