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Ugrasen ki Baoli

Agrasen Ki Baoli is one of the most important baolis of Delhi. Also known as Agrasen Ki Baodi, the historical monument is being protected by the Archaeological Survey of India under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act of 1958. The baoli is 15-meter wide and 60-meter long.

There is no mention in the history as to who made the baoli; however, it is believed to have been built by King Agrasen. It is said that it was rebuilt in the 14th century by the Agaral community. The baoli now serves as a place of historical importance, a hang-out spot for family picnics and a destination for lovers in Delhi.

The word Baoli refers to a step well. Also known as Baodi or Bawdi, this kind of structure can frequently be found in the states of Rajasthan and Gujarat. Temple step wells and water temples were quite popular in ancient India. The step wells and reservoirs in places like Dholavira give a fair sense of the architectural patterns followed in the Indus Valley Civilisation.

 

The architecture of Agrasen Ki Baoli is a rather interesting one and is one of its kind in Delhi. It has 108 steps that lead to the step well. The step well in Agrasen Ki Baoli is divided into three levels. All of these levels are lined with arched niches on both sides. These arches served as a meeting place and provided relief from the heat during summers. There are also passages to the rooms constructed in the baoli. However, the rooms are now locked for security reasons.