Ambapur Stepwell
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| Step-well of Ambapur | |
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  Location within Gujarat | |
| General information | |
| Architectural style | Hindu and Islamic architecture |
| Town or city | Gandhinagar |
| Country | Gujarat |
| Coordinates | 23°09′07″N 72°36′39″E / 23.151821°N 72.610853°E |
| Completed | 15th century |
| Technical details | |
| Size | Five-storied deep well |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect(s) | Local |
The Step-well of Ambapur is a stepwell in the village of Ambapur, close to the state capital, Gandhinagar.[1] The stepwell is believed to be built in the 15th century although it doesn't have any inscription. The step-well or 'Vav', as it is called in Gujarati, is intricately carved and is five stories in depth. Such step wells were once integral to the semi-arid regions of Gujarat as they provided basic water needs for drinking, washing and bathing. These wells were also venues for festivals and sacred rituals.
References
- ^ Narayanan, Nayantara. "Photos: The amazing architecture of India's ancient step wells". Scroll.in. Retrieved 2017-03-02.
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