Bai Harir ni Vav ( Stepwell )
Bai Harir ni Vav ( Stepwell )
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Bai Harir Sultani Stepwell is situated in the area of Asarva, A beautiful iconic step-well was built in december 1499. It was during the reign of Mahmud Shah that Bai Harir Sultani, Hazrat Bai Harir Sultani was a very religious, influential woman. She was the superintendent of the royal harem at Abul Fatah Nasredin Mahmud Shah (King Mehmood Begada). She had established this incredible heritage not from the royal treasury but from the capital deposited from her salary, locally known as Dhai Harir, The name later corrupted into Dada Hari ni vav. Creating this invaluable heritage cost 34,0000 at the time,Which currently has an estimated value of over Rs 3000 crore, Built in sandstone in indo - islamic architectural style, the Bai Harir Sultani Stepwell is five stories deep. It is octagonal (8-sided polygon) in plan at the top, built on intricately carved large number of pillars. Each floor is spacious enough to provide for people to congregate.
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Hussain M
4 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
Wow. What an underrated and under-known masterpiece. Built in 1499 by Bai Harir out of her personal wealth and adjacent to a mosque and her mausoleum, this was worth every penny and second of our time. (although the entry is free and the local guide refused to take money from us). If you are in Ahmedabad and interested in History, a must visit.
Written 1 October 2022
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Sourav_KS
Pune, India82 contributions
Aug 2022
Not so popular among tourists compared to the Adalaj Stepwell, and located within city with no proper direction or publicity, but it is worth a visit just to see the architecture and photography.
Less crowded
Need maintenance as one could not go till the lower end because it is dark with bats inside.
Within the complex there is also Tomb of Bai Harir Sultani and Dai Halima Sultani Mosque, both architecture similar to other Tombs and Mosques built during the Sultanate Period.
Less crowded
Need maintenance as one could not go till the lower end because it is dark with bats inside.
Within the complex there is also Tomb of Bai Harir Sultani and Dai Halima Sultani Mosque, both architecture similar to other Tombs and Mosques built during the Sultanate Period.
Written 19 August 2022
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Brian T
Peterborough, UK218 contributions
Feb 2020
We visited the step well and was told the very sad story of its building and death surrounding its history. Not a place to visit if your not too stable as its 88 steps down to the well. Architecturally its amazing and well worth the visit.
Written 13 March 2020
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Leanne K
Melbourne, Australia73 contributions
Jan 2024 • Family
Awesome place!!! We just wandered in off the street, no charge, no crowds, no problems. The step well is an architectural gem, ornate carving, amazing feat of ancient engineering. We were free to wonder around and immerse ourselves in the building. An absolute must see!!!
Written 15 January 2024
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Anand Kumar
Bangalore District, India637 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Amazing place in the heart of city is not well known but must see for the visitors. Ancient scientific approach with social cause of water conservation for the public was a common vision of the administration of those days . We must learn how to make things useful, beautiful and amazing for all and that can also generate revenue.
Written 14 January 2020
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Thank you for visiting our National Historical Monument Bai hairir stepwell. you can also follow us for the latest updates related to this heritage site.
Written 21 February 2020
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Monck
Abbotsford, Canada280 contributions
Mar 2020
Not as popular as the other one in the city but it is not touristy.
It is 15th century 25m deep no water when we visited and one can also access the old spiral staircase. Behind the wells is also a 15th century mosque as well which we were graciously invited to tour
It is 15th century 25m deep no water when we visited and one can also access the old spiral staircase. Behind the wells is also a 15th century mosque as well which we were graciously invited to tour
Written 20 March 2020
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK186,766 contributions
Dec 2019
The Dada Harir Vav is a stepwell located about 15km to the north of Ahmedabad. Like most stepwells, the Dada Harir Vav has steps descending to the water level. The main difference is that Dada Harir Vav has 5 storeys high and partially built with solid floors on each level around the octagonal shaft and reachable either via the steps of the well or a winding staircase. Sadly, the latter is occupied by bats and I dared not climb it. Each storey is supported by intricately carved columns in a traditional trabeat formation.
Without a doubt one of the best things to see in Ahmedabad. In my opinion, if you see Dada Harir Vav, there’s no need to go to see the Adalaj Stepwell, which is much further away.
Without a doubt one of the best things to see in Ahmedabad. In my opinion, if you see Dada Harir Vav, there’s no need to go to see the Adalaj Stepwell, which is much further away.
Written 12 December 2019
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Thank you for visiting our National Historical Monumen.
you can also follow us on Instagram @baihairirstepwell for the latest updates upcoming events and latest information of this heritage site.
Written 23 December 2019
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USrikant
Mumbai, India15 contributions
Apr 2015 • Solo
First of all, the mobile app lead to a place 500m away.
After asking locals I could locate the place, which had similar build as that of Adalaj Step-well.
It is very awkward to be a lone visitor, there were no boards, signs, markings, shops or anything which makes you comfortable.
Thankfully few local kids were playing nearby, and it was bit of relief.
I would not recommend this place for fun lovers. If you're a art lover and want to capture its glory, go ahead.
After asking locals I could locate the place, which had similar build as that of Adalaj Step-well.
It is very awkward to be a lone visitor, there were no boards, signs, markings, shops or anything which makes you comfortable.
Thankfully few local kids were playing nearby, and it was bit of relief.
I would not recommend this place for fun lovers. If you're a art lover and want to capture its glory, go ahead.
Written 27 April 2015
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doc-man70
Macroom, Ireland45 contributions
Feb 2015 • Couples
We had a truly privileged visit to this remarkable place, but the lack of maintenance and supervision would leave you a little bit worried for the future of the place. We came to the site in a tuk tuk and our driver had to stop four or five times to ask directions before we finally found the place. There was one man in charge and he let us explore the structure from top to bottom, accompanied by our driver who marveled at this extraordinary structure that he didn't know was in his city. This was one of the real highlights of a packed trip to India. There appeared to be no charge for admission and no visitor control. The man who showed us around indicated that 200 rupees would be a suitable amount for his services and so that is what we gave him.
Written 2 March 2015
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salman004
Kozhikode, India51 contributions
Nov 2014 • Friends
Amazing structure. Very badly managed by ASI. Not many visitors, and even difficult to find out as many people are not aware of the structure. But it is a real gem of a step-well. I would say, a must-go place for heritage lovers.
Written 24 February 2015
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