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The
Bhambore
Museum
and
Fort,
located
in
Banbhore,
Sindh,
Pakistan,
offer
a
captivating
journey
through
history.
Established
on
August
21,
1960,
by
the
Department
of
Archaeology
and
Museums,
Government
of
Pakistan,
the
museum
has
been
a
window
into
the
past
since
its
inauguration
on
May
14,
1967.
Managed
by
the
Culture
Department
of
the
Government
of
Sindh
since
May
2010,
this
site
offers
a
rich
cultural
and
historical
experience.
Navigating
to
the
museum
is
a
breeze,
with
Google
Maps
providing
a
convenient
and
safe
route.
After
your
enriching
visit,
a
return
journey
of
around
10
kilometers
awaits
you
from
Cafe
Imran.
The
entry
fee,
a
nominal
Rs.
100
per
person,
grants
access
to
a
world
of
archaeological
wonders.
Banbhore's
potential
for
improvement
is
acknowledged,
and
current
efforts
are
evident
through
ongoing
work
at
the
site.
Despite
this,
the
site
already
boasts
a
remarkable
collection
of
artifacts
that
tell
the
story
of
a
bygone
era.
From
significant
tools
to
exquisite
coins
and
intricate
pottery,
the
museum
houses
treasures
unearthed
from
the
ancient
city.
Delving
into
history,
the
city
of
Bhanbhore
spans
from
the
1st
century
BC
to
the
13th
century
AD,
offering
a
fascinating
glimpse
into
three
distinct
periods:
Scytho-Parthian
(1st
century
BC
to
2nd
century
AD),
Buddhist
(2nd
century
AD
to
8th
century
AD),
and
early
Islamic
(8th
century
AD
to
13th
century
AD).
One
of
the
most
notable
features
is
the
Jamia
Masjid
of
Banbhor,
believed
to
be
South
Asia's
first
mosque.
Constructed
in
the
8th
century
AD
after
the
conquest
of
Sindh
by
Arab
warrior
Muhammad
Bin
Qasim,
this
mosque
stands
as
a
testament
to
the
rich
historical
tapestry
of
the
region.
Nestled
within
the
ruins
of
the
ancient
city,
the
Jamia
Masjid
offers
a
serene
and
reflective
space.
Tracing
back
further
in
time,
Bhambore's
history
extends
to
the
Scytho-Parthian
era,
well
before
the
arrival
of
Muslims.
Some
historians
identify
it
as
Debal,
the
site
where
Arab
General
Muhammad
Bin
Qasim
vanquished
local
ruler
Raja
Dahir
in
the
seventh
century,
marking
a
significant
turning
point
in
the
region's
history.
The
Archaeological
Site
of
Bhanbhore,
located
around
60
kilometers
southeast
of
Karachi
on
the
Gharo
Creek's
northern
bank,
stands
as
a
testament
to
the
region's
vibrant
history.
Situated
around
40
miles
east
of
Karachi
along
the
highway
to
Hyderabad,
the
site
offers
a
captivating
journey
through
time.
In
conclusion,
the
Bhambore
Museum
and
Fort
provide
an
immersive
experience
into
the
rich
historical
tapestry
of
Banbhore,
spanning
centuries
and
civilizations.
With
its
ongoing
efforts
for
improvement
and
a
treasure
trove
of
artifacts,
this
site
is
a
must-visit
for
anyone
seeking
to
connect
with
the
roots
of
Sindh's
cultural
heritage.
