Ambapur Stepwell

Step-well of Ambapur
Step-well of Ambapur
	Interactive map of the Step-well of Ambapur area
General information
Architectural style	Hindu and Islamic architecture
Location	Gandhinagar, 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	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.

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References

↑ Narayanan, Nayantara. "Photos: The amazing architecture of India's ancient step wells". Scroll.in. Archived from the original on 2017-06-21. Retrieved 2017-03-02.

[1] Narayanan, Nayantara. "Photos: The amazing architecture of India's ancient step wells". Scroll.in. Archived from the original on 2017-06-21. Retrieved 2017-03-02.

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