Adalaj Stepwell, also known as Adalaj ni Vav, is a popular tourist attraction and intricately designed stepwell located in Adalaj village, which is situated in the Gandhinagar district of the Indian state of Gujarat and is situated 19 kilometers north of Ahmedabad city.

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“A deeply beautiful 15th-century stepwell with a tragic story”

A unique kind of Indian construction called Stepwell was created to store water, give locals and tourists a place to stay, and provide spiritual support.

Entry Fees and Timings of Adalaj StepWell:

Location	Adalaj Stepwell, Ahmedabad
Entry Fees:	No entry fee
Timing:	08.00 AM – 06:00 PM – Every Day

Registered Tourist Guides Contanct Number:

Name	Number
Anant Bhavsar	9879098398, 9979098398
Arj G Desai	7405203041
Chintan Jayantibhai Raval	7802943453

Brief History of Adalaj StepWell (Adalaj ni Vav):

The Adalaj Stepwell, also known as Adalaj ni Vav, is a famous stepwell located in the Indian state of Gujarat. It is a remarkable example of Indian architecture and a significant historical monument.

Here’s a brief history of the Adalaj Stepwell:

• Construction: The Adalaj Stepwell was constructed in the 15th century, during the reign of Rana Veer Singh of the Vaghela dynasty. It was built as a well and as a resting place for travelers and pilgrims.
  • Rana Veer Singh decided to build a big stepwell but could not complete it, as he died in a battle with the Sultan of Gujarat, Mahmud Begada. Mahmud Begada desired to marry Queen Rudabai after falling in love with her.
  • However, the queen accepted his proposal as long as Mahmud finished building the stepwell. Queen Rudabai turned the vav into a holy well by having a few saints bathe in the water after it was finished.
  • She then fell into the vav and died.

• Architectural Style: The stepwell is a fine example of Indo-Islamic architecture. It incorporates elements of both Hindu and Islamic design.
• Purpose: In addition to serving as a water source for the local community, the Adalaj Stepwell also served a social and cultural purpose. It was a place for people to gather, rest, and escape the scorching heat of the region.

Nearby Attractions:

• Trimandir, Adalaj
  • _{^{(3.8 km from Adalaj Stepwell – Get Route)}}
• Jama Masjid, Ahmedabad
  • _{^{(23.6 km from Adalaj Stepwell – Get Route)}}
• BAPS Akshardham Temple, Gandhinagar
  • _{^{(14.1 km from Adalaj Stepwell – Get Route)}}
• Sidi Saiyyed Mosque, Ahmedabad
  • _{^{(18.7 km from Adalaj Stepwell – Get Route)}}
• Indroda park, Gandhinagar
  • _{^{(9.8 km from Adalaj Stepwell – Get Route)}}
• Hazrat Bai Harir Vav (Stepwell), Ahmedabad
  • _{^{(21.1 km from Adalaj Stepwell – Get Route)}}
• Shri Mata Vaishnodevi Tirthdham, Ahmedabad
  • ^{_{(5.9 km from Adalaj Stepwell – Get Route)}}

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