Stepwells

Stepwells
Vital Information for Visitors
Address:

Raniji Ki Baori, Bundi, Rajasthan - 323001.

Open & Close:

Open on all days:From 09:30 AM to 05:00 PM

Entry Fees:

Foreigner – INR 70 per person
Indian – INR 25 per person

Duration:

Approx 1 Hour

The step-wells or baoris are actually wide wells that have steps to reach the water. There were about half a century stepwells in Bundi but only a few have remained. These stepwells were the only way to obtain water in the city until the piped system of water delivery was introduced. When this happened, the stepwells were abandoned and suffered enormous damage. Most of them were used as garbage dumps. Currently there is no public awareness regarding this issue that relates to preserving heritage, maintaining waterbed and addressing garbage utilization. Bundi is located about 206 kilometers from the capital of Rajastan, Jaipur. A wall with four access doors surrounds the entire city. It is located at an altitude of about 268 meters above sea level and rests near a narrow gorge. Three sides of the city is surrounded by the Aravalli mountains.

Bundi, a historical town, is known for its stepwells or Baoris. For the travelers interested in observing and studying baoris and their importance in social life, Bundi offers a great opportunity to see the beauty of the different types of stairwells or stepwells or baoris. A number of stepwells were constructed over a period of three centuries by members of royal families as well as eminent persons to serve the public cause. Out of nearly 60 stepwells in the area, those deserve mention are Nawal Sagar, Sisodiaji ki Baori, Purushottam ki Baori, Sukhi Baori, Manoharji ki Baori and Rami ki Baori. Raniji Ki Baori or Queen's Well is the largest baori or stepwell in Bundi. It is 46 meters deep and was built in the year 1699. The stairs built inside the baori made it possible to catch water although the levels were very low. Raniji Ki Baori goes almost unnoticed because it is hidden behind a padlocked metal fence. This baori is decorated with many reliefs and intricate carved designs. Since these baoris are not very clean should not be a reason to miss them: these are gorgeous despite their neglected appearance.

Bundi Tour Packages

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Rajasthan Leisure Tour

15 Nights / 16 Days
Destination : Delhi - Mandawa - Pushkar - Jodhpur - (Ranakpur) - Kumbhalgarh - Udaipur - (Chittorgarh) - Bundi - Jaipur- Sariska Tiger Reserve - (Fatehpur Sikri) - Agra - Delhi

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Historical Rajasthan with Taj Mahal Tour

10 Nights / 11 Days
Destination : Delhi - Agra - fatehpur sikri - Udaipur - jaipur - Chittorgarh - Bundi

Cultural Rajasthan Tour

Cultural Rajasthan Tour

14 Nights / 15 Days
Destination : Delhi- Mandawa- Bikaner- Jaisalmer- Jodhpur- Kumbhalgarh- Udaipur- Bundi-Ranthambhore- Jaipur

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Cities of Rajasthan India Tour

10 Nights / 11 Days
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