Baoli

Baoli means stepwell which earlier rulers use to make to have access to constant supply of groundwater. Baoil use to have 2 basic parts- a vertical shaft and a surrounding inclined passages, chambers, and steps. Baolis are built up deep below 5-6 storeys below groundlevel. The galleries and chambers surrounding these wells are often carved beautifully. These structures remain cool during summers

In Delhi there were about 30 baolis which were used for storing rainwater. However, most of these are dry. The main existing baolis of Delhi includes

• • Baoli near Nizamuddin

  • Anangtal near Mehrauli

  • Gandhak ki Baoli near Qutab Minar

  • Hauz-i-Shamsi in South Delhi

  • Rajon Ki Baoli in Mehrauli

  • Hauz Khas Baoli near Deer Park

  • Ugrasen ki Baoli near Connaught Place

Baoli near Nizamuddin Dargah