Gujranwala has been one of the most important landmarks on the crossroads of history. It is hoped that this book would make people pause and think about Gujranwala's heritage. This undertaking would hopefully stimulate the interest in the archaeology and architecture of historical sites of Gujranwala and also lead to the maintenance and preservation of these important sites

Gandhara is the classic land on either side of the Indus river, the western comprising Peshawar valley. Throughout this land there developed the famous art between 1st century B.C. and 7th century AD, known after this geographic name as Gandhara art. The primary aim of the art is not to extol the kings or their ministers but to adore the Buddha, his whole life from birth to death and the preachings that he delivered to manking for the observation of moral ways of life and for salvation. This book helps to understand Gandharan art