Baoli Ghaus Ali Shah
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Baoli Ghaus Ali Shah, also known as Ghaus Khan ki Baoli, is an 18th-century stepwell located in Farrukhnagar, Gurugram district, Haryana, India.[1] Constructed during the reign of Mughal Emperor Farrukhsiyar, it was commissioned by Ghaus Ali Shah, a local chief who served under the emperor.[2]
The baoli was built to be a high point for surveying the area and also served as a perennial source of fresh water away from the access of the enemy who might poison or spoil it.[3] The central water tank is approximately 6.5 meters deep, with an arched verandah overlooking the inner core and a well wall for a pulley system on one side.[2] The structure also includes chambers on the upper storeys intended for relaxation and recreation.[4] The lower level houses a small central circular well surrounded by 21 colonnades.[2] Built from stone, lime plaster, and bricks, its construction wears some resemblance with the Turkish hammam and reflects the Mughal architectural style prevalent during the 18th century.[4]
Cultural significance
See also
References
- ↑ "Discover the Baoli Ghaus Ali Shah in Gurugram". Incredible India. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- 1 2 3 "Forgotten stepwells fine examples of our heritage". Hindustan Times. 16 September 2019. Archived from the original on 21 October 2023. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ↑ "CENTER FOR ART AND ARCHAEOLOGY". Virtual Images of Images & Sounds.
- 1 2 "Baoli Ghaus Ali Shah – Haryana Tourism". Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ↑ "Looking For The Perfect Photo Shoot Spot? There's A Baoli In G-Town That You Need To Explore | LBB". LBB, Delhi-NCR. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
- ↑ "Gurugram: Heavy vehicles barred to preserve historical baoli in Farrukhnagar". The Tribune. Retrieved 17 January 2025.
Gurgaon district topics | ||
|---|---|---|
| Cities and towns | .svg) | |
| Monuments | ||
| Transport | ||
| Lok Sabha constituencies | ||
| Education | ||
| Economy | ||
28°27′00″N 76°49′33″E / 28.4501°N 76.8259°E / 28.4501; 76.8259