AMB TEMPLES: ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE

In the hilly area of Khushab district, Amb is a small village. It was one of the most important Hindu religious center centuries ago. Situated on the western edge of Salt Range in Punjab, Pakistan, and locally known as Amb Shareef, the temples are a part of a deserted Hindu temple complex on the Sakesar Mountain. The temple compound was built during the 7^th to 9^th century during the Hindu Shahi Empire’s reign. The ruins of them are located near Amb Shareef village. Built from brick and mortar on a square base the temple’s height is approximately 15 to 20 meters.

The temple ruins have 3 floors with a staircase leading to the inner wonderings. Each floor has a separate central hall. Although only the ground and first floor are accessible for the visitors. The exterior of the temple is decorated with Kashmiri-style motifs however; the main temple is quite similar to the adjacent Kalar temple.

It is a must-visit place for someone who loves to do adventure. This place is worth visiting for adventurous souls. The Soon Valley is famous for its beauty and many tourists especially Hindus who visit there to offer their rituals at the Amb Temples. The archaeological sites of the Amb Temples hold a special interest for the archaeologists. Many different statues of Hindu gods used to be here but nothing is left now. The temple is all ruined now and the Government should take some majors to renovate it. The locals and smugglers have taken many precious statutes away from the temple. There is still some tremendous treasure underground in the shape of statues, coins, and aircraft, etc. The archaeological department should take some serious steps to preserve the temple and its treasure. One of the famous hotels near Amb Shareef is the Hotel Royal Palace. The average cost for a day and night stay at the Hotel Royal Palace is 20 US Dollars. If the archaeological sites and interesting historical places fascinate you then you should visit Amb temples.