Each mighty civilization has made a unique contribution to the pantheon of world architecture. Stepwells, also referred to as baoris, baolis, or vav, were built to replenish and empty with the phases, providing the water’s accessibility through a sequence of cascading terraces regardless of how high or shallow the level of water had been. Stepwells are a widespread occurrence that traces their origins to the Indus Valley Civilization. These step wells have a purpose... Read more
