Some 25 kilomtres from Defence House Authority-II, (DHA II) Islamabad, is situated Kallar Saidan, a very historical town boasting some of the remarkable buildings of the past. The town rose to prominence during the Sikh rule that left a number of imprints in the form of magnificent Havelis, grand and splendid Gurdwaras and small fortress dotted in the whole of Rawalpindi district. During Sikh rule, Hindus constructed many temples in Rawalpindi. Today, two historical buildings temple of Krishna and haveli of Khem Sing Bedi dominate the landscape of Kallar Saidan town.
A Hindu temple overlooking a Nullah at Kallar Saidan dates back to Sikh period. The temple is dedicated to Hindu God Krishna. The temple is built on raised platform and each of the corners of the platform is crowned with cubicles imparting beauty to the structure. To eastern side of the platform are the stairs, which leads to main door of the temple.
The door is again crowned with dome which from the inside is adorned with depictions of a pair of peacocks and Krishna with his wife, Radha. Krishna is shown playing flute in the company of his wife. On entering into the chamber of the temple, one finds haystack and household belongings which has been kept by the occupants.
The occupants have rendered great damage to the structure by bringing some additions. They have built a room adjacent to the temple. Moreover, they have installed a hand pump close to it. The drains also accumulate here and then flow slowly to the nullah.
The temple of Krishna is in a very derelict condition. However, the wall paintings still look immaculate. The chamber of temple is replete with the stories of Krishna.
According to Hindu mythology Krishna is the eighth avatar of Vishnu. During his childhood he was lively and mischievous. He has been portrayed as having different personalities, for example, a god-child who is constantly involved in practical jokes, a cowherd god who is renowned for his erotic dalliance with milkmaids (Gopis), a pastoral deity who plays flute with magical effect, luring the unwary certainties of settled life, and god who controls the snake deities.
Panels are created to depict the stories of Krishna. On one of the panels, there is story regarding his birth. On another panel, one finds depictions of   Krishna with his wife Radha who is holding out rose flower to him. On one of the panels Krishna is shown stealing the clothes of milkmaids who were taking bath in the pond. After stealing clothes, he climbs a lofty branch of a tree, hangs their clothes there and keeps staring at the milkmaids (Gopis). The Gopis are seen beseeching for the clothes. On still another panel, he is depicted as dancing with the Gopis, close to this is a very interesting scene in which Krishna is seen lifting up the mountain to protect his devotes.
Ironically, the occupant of the temple has whitewashed some of the panels. There are only a few panels to be left which have survived their originality. 
Apart from Krishna temple, another historical building that dots the landscape of the Kallar Sydan town is Bedi palace. This palace is believed to have been built by Khem Sigh Bedi. The legend has it that he hired the some of the celebrated masons and artists Attock. The palace is conspicuous from distance reminding the visitors and travelers its past glory.
One has to pass through the narrow pedestrian alleys to reach the haveli. The haveli of Khem Singh Bedi is the biggest and tallest in whole of the Potohar region. It is made up of four stories and with forty five rooms and two underground basements. Most of the rooms of the haveli are adorned with paintings. However, the depictions of Sikh Gurus occupy most of the space on walls of the rooms. Unfortunately most of these representations have been defaced by the students. This building has been used for many years by government as school for the children. The students have scratched their names across faces and figures. 
The front door of the haveli is tastefully carved and is a marvel of craftsmanship. The cracks have appeared all over the door thus damaging its original beauty.
It is unfortunate to see the paintings being defaced by the students and local people. Concerned authorities should take all out efforts to save the precious wall paintings of this marvelous building. One where in Potohar region, one finds such refined paintings depicting the Sikh culture and mythology.
Both structures temple of Krishna and haveli of Khem Sigh Bedi need urgent attention of the concerned authorities. They should immediately appoint night watchmen at both places to look after these historical monuments. In such way, at least, we may protect these building from vandalism if not from the vagaries of weather.