Chand Baori, one of the oldest and most popular attractions in Rajasthan.

From Agra, we travelled by road to especially see this stepwell. As I had read it as the largest and most beautiful in all of Rajasthan.  So we hired a driver to take us from Agra to the Chand Baori, then onto the Jaipur. Here is what I experienced when visiting the Chand Boari Stepwell. 

Where is this stepwell?

This beautiful stepwell in the Abhaneri village is one of the oldest and most popular attractions in Rajasthan.

Who built it?

Built by King Chanda. One of the largest stepwells in the world. Built to conserve water and provide a respite from the intense heat. It was a community gathering place for locals as well as royals. This architectural wonder with 3,500 perfectly symmetrical, narrow steps. It is this exquisite geometry that draws local and international visitors to it every year. This stepwell is not easy to find, making it one of India’s hidden wonders. The Chand Boari was simply breath-taking!

What does it look like?

The play of light and shadow on the steps is what makes the structure so captivating. The Chand Baori narrows as one gets closer to the bottom. A double flight of steps on three sides takes one to the surface of the water below. The fourth side is a three-story pavilion. Carved with intricately jharokhas (windows). Galleries and balconies are meant for the royal family to sit in. Adjoining the stepwell is the Harshat Mata Temple. This 9th-10th century temple is dedicated to Harshat Mata. Considered to be the goddess of joy and happiness for the whole village.

Why you should add it to your list in Rajasthan?

After our full three-week trips through Rajasthan and Varanasi. I realized it was not necessary to visit this stepwell as there are hundreds in India.  The best thing about visiting here. Was the little village just outside Chand Baori. They were celebrating a wedding and I tried to blend in and took beautiful photographs.

I also feel that I took my best portrait photograph, of a very shy woman, who was so affectionate. So pure and gave me goosebumps. Fascinated by me, my colour, and my eyes and we shared ten minutes of beautiful photography.

This natural light photograph won an International GURU shot competition. It was digitally displayed in a Belgian exhibition.

The locals were so welcoming, warm, and happy.

Situated 88 km from Jaipur. To get there you take a taxi from Sikandra or Jaipur. The route from Jaipur to the famous stepwell takes one through Dausa, Sikandra Mod, Goolar Chauraha, and finally Abhaneri.

The Chand Baori stepwell, located in Jaipur, is a stunning architectural marvel. Initially, one notices its intricate design. Next, the sheer depth of the stepwell becomes evident. Moreover, the geometric patterns of the steps captivate the viewer. In addition, the cool atmosphere inside provides relief from the outside heat. Eventually, one reaches the water at the bottom. Above all, it showcases the ingenuity of ancient Indian engineering.