Stepwell
Rajon Ki Baoli
A beautifully proportioned stepwell in Mehrauli, descending into the earth through galleries and stone steps.
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About Rajon Ki Baoli
Rajon Ki Baoli is a four-level stepwell in Mehrauli Archaeological Park, built in 1506 by Daulat Khan during the reign of Sikandar Lodi. Its name, 'the masons' stepwell', is said to come from the masons who later lived around it.
Arcaded galleries line its sides as the steps descend, and at the top stand a small mosque and a tomb with traces of carved plaster. It rarely holds much water now, but it's one of the most graceful of Delhi's stepwells and far quieter than Agrasen Ki Baoli.
Rajon Ki Baoli At A Glance
- Location
- Mehrauli, Delhi
- Type
- Stepwell
- Heritage Status
- Historic stepwell
- Entry
- Arranged by your guide on the day
Good To Know
Visiting Rajon Ki Baoli
Where is Rajon Ki Baoli?
- Inside Mehrauli Archaeological Park, a short walk from the Qutub Minar. It's free and best seen on a walk through the park.
Does Rajon Ki Baoli have water?
- Rarely, since the water table dropped; after a good monsoon the lowest level sometimes holds a little.
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