International Symposium on the Buddhist Heritage of Gandhāra

The inaugural International Symposium on the Buddhist Heritage of Gandhāra, set to take place this Saturday, March 23 at CGIS South S050 from 9am to 5pm. This event is co-sponsored by Harvard Asia Center, the Woodenfish, and WAKSAW Uddiyana. Our symposium seeks to unite scholars from around the globe in a comprehensive discussion on both the material and textual legacies of the Gandhāra region—present-day Pakistan and Afghanistan, recognized as a cradle and inspiration of Buddhist culture and civilization for over a thousand years. Please refer to the attached poster and agenda for more details about the conference. Complimentary coffee and lunch will be provided.