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stepwells


Identification code: 300006210
Español: baolis | Català: baoli




Alternative term/s

  • baoli
  • baolis
  • baulis
  • step wells
  • step-wells
  • stepped tanks
  • stepped wells
  • stepwell
  • stepwells
  • tanks, stepped
  • vav
  • wavs
  • wells, stepped

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Scope note:

Constructions of India, often architecturally embellished, with steps deeply cut down to a water-drawing area; used also as shelters from the heat. Below ground water reservoirs having stairways down to the water level. Most common in India and Pakistan, the structures may be decorative, elaborate, and multistoried.

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