Champa Baoli

Champa Baoli

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Miraculous source of water - Raja Ki Baoli, Mehrauli

Baolis or step-wells are a simple yet ingenious systems of building wells below the ground level, with a series of steps for people to walk down and fetch water. It was a popular congregation spot for the Maharanis and women of the royal, a hot spot for local gossip. A baoli or step-well consists of two parts: a vertical shaft from which water is drawn and the surrounding inclined subterranean passageways, chambers and steps which provide access to the well. The galleries and chambers surrounding these wells were often carved profusely with elaborate detail, and became cool, quiet retreats during the hot summers.

Traditional step well systems that are indigenous to this region, the earliest baolis are set to predate even the Delhi-sultanate period. Rajaon ki Baoli in Mehrauli Park is one such baolis amongst the 26 found in Delhi. The Rajaon Ki Baoli in Mehrauli boasts of a grandiose layout created through an impressive feat of engineering wherein the dreaded loo (hot wind) was converted to cool air through intricate cooling systems. This magnificent three-storeyed stepwell is believed to have been built by Daulat Khan during the reign of Sikandar Lodi in 1516. The baoli was used by masons for some time. Hence, it got its name as Rajon Ki Baoli. The baoli is one of the highlights of Mehrauli Archaeological Park and a favourite with every visitor. Perhaps it is to do with manner in which it is revealed to the eye: the entire structure is subterranean, so as one approaches the entrance, one can only see the top-most storey. And each level of the baoli slowly reveals itself to the visitor as one walks towards its steps. The baoli-complex has a 12-pillared tomb and a mosque with some pretty plaster decoration on it. Some baolis found across in Delhi are the Firoze Shah Kotla Baoli, Agrasen Ki Baoli, Rajaon Ki Baoli and Ghandak Ki Baoli among others.

Mehrauli lies on the Aravallis in the Delhi region where Centuries ago, this landscape was filled with natural streams and rocky landscape perfect for habitation. There is evidence of prehistoric settlements. The neighbourhood of Mehrauli is located on the southern part of Delhi on the Aravallis and this is where the first cities of Delhi came up. The Mehrauli area is considered to be the oldest continuously inhabited area of the city (since AD 1060). A large number of unnamed tombs, ruined structures dot the park.

According to a write-up by Alokparna Das in The Indian Express:

Tourists almost always miss these two medieval stepwells, which once served as cool retreats in Delhi's scorching summer but now lie dried up

Its name suggests a strong smell of sulphur. But as one approaches Gandhak ki baoli from Mehrauli bus depot and past Adham Khan's tomb, the only strong smell one gets is that of freshly baked tandoori rotis from the adjacent Pehelwan Dhaba. The stepwell built by 13th-century Slave dynasty ruler Iltutmish is, in all probability, Delhi's oldest surviving baoli. Simple in its design, with slim pillars and narrow walkways at each of its five tiers that lead to the well and back, it has no trace of water. Local residents, however, say that till some years ago, this was also known as the 'diving well'.

Ironically, the baoli is hardly 250 metres away from South district's water emergency service station. The structure, though not dilapidated, does need repair and conservation, and, most importantly, a prominent signage. Located at walking distance from the Qutab Minar and on the road that leads to the dargah of Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki and Gurdwara Banda Bahadur, it's definitely due to lack of awareness that tourists skip this medieval monument.

Behind Gandhak ki baoli is yet another stepwell­bigger and much more ornate. The 16th-century Rajon ki baoli is so named because it was meant to be used by the rajmistries or masons. Located at one end of the Archaeological Park, the greenery and solitude gives the stepwell and the adjoining 12-pillared mosque a perfect ambience. The inscription on the mosque says that these monuments were built by Daulat Khan in 1506 during the reign of Sikandar Lodhi. Obviously, Daulat Khan had built this stepwell keeping in mind the welfare of local people and the mosque for his own spiritual well-being.

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Jahaz Mahal or Ship Palace at Mandu

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Sauna of ancient India || Hamam at Jahazmahal || Mandu || Madhya Pradesh 2018

Jahaz Mahal in Mandu is a popular monumental building and must see tourist spot during Mandu sightseeing. It best captures the medieval romance of Mandu. It is built during rule of Mandu Sultan Ghiyas-ud-din Khilji. He ruled over Mandu for 31 years and was believed to be the pleasure seeker who gave emphasis to women and songs in his ruling life. He was having a large harem (about 15000 women) for which he needs a proper building to accommodation of women. For this purpose Jahaz Mahal was built in second-half of 15th century. It is located inside the walled Mandu fort. While coming from Indore, we will find Jahaz Mahal in north of the Mandu group of monuments. It is located near Munj Talao, along with Hindola Mahal, Gada Shah Mahal. MP Tourism department hotel Malwa Retreat is also close to it. It means, during Mandu tour, it will be first set of monuments that we can visit, while coming from Indore city.

ABOUT JAHAZ MAHAL

Jahaz mahal is 110 meters in length and 15 meters in width. It is a double-storeyed structure which is situated on a narrow strip of land in between 2 ponds- Munj Talao and Kapur Talao. Surrounded by pond water, it given an impression as a floating structure on water due to which it has been named as Jahaz Mahal. Here Jahaz refers to Ship and Mahal refers to Palace. Jahaz Mahal have entrance from east where the main entrance has a recessed arch and is flanked on each side by 6 arched openings protected by a continuous overhanging cornice having support of stone brackets. The ground floor in Jahaz Mahal has 3 large halls. All these halls are connected by corridors which ends with a rooms at either ends. Each of these 3 halls have attached pavilions at the rear, overlooking Munj Talao. These were seems to be used for accommodation and diversion of the women of the royal harem, hidden from public view by the curtains on arched openings.

Jahaz Mahal in Mandu is a nice example of creative imagination realized on ground. All the passages, windows were designed with arches in different designs. Similarly various creative design patterns can be observed in look of water tanks (Baoli), flooring and small openings of wall. At some places, we can see narrow by artistically designed water channels through water was passed. Different color combinations were used in floor tiles that given an impression of ornamentation. Terrace bears paintings of floral motifs.

Details of the Hamam and Champa baoli-
Champa baoli and Hammam are between Jahaz Mahal and Hindola Mahal . Because of the sweet aroma enacted by the water of the well used to supply water mainly to the Hammam ,made as per the Turkish bath , the well is called Champa baoli . A subterranean way goes down the well and connect to a labyrinth of vaulted rooms , known as Tahkhana , which are flushing with the water level of Munj lake . The Tahkhana is so marvellously designed , constructed and connected with the baoli and the pavilion on the bank of the lake that even in the extreme summer the rooms were constantly kept cool and comfortable with gentle breeze from the pavilion to the rooms . 

There are two separate channels – one for cold water and another for hot water – in the Hammam . There is a mixer to adust the temperature of the bath water by mixing both the cold and hot waters . Then the adequate warm water is led into the bath through a channel . Stars like apertures are cut through the dome like ceiling of the baths . 

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Madhya Pradesh was one of my favorite places to visit and it's Magnificent it's called Mandu. Best Visited in the Monsoon Season to understand the true meaning of the construction of this Emaculate Piece of Architecture. It seems to be floating in the water and looks like a Ship. The whole purpose of the Construction of this Architecture was for the same reason. It was built by the king Baaz Bahadur fir his Beautiful Queen known as Rani Roopmati.
Situated between two artificial lakes, this two storied architectural marvel is so named as it appears as a ship floating in water. Built by Sultan Ghiyas-ud-din-Khalji, it served as a harem for the sultan.

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