Agrasen ki Baoli or Ugrasen ki baoli is an ancient stepwell right in the heart of New Delhi, near Connaught Place. It is a protected monument under the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
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Agrasen-ki-Baoli alias baori alias bauri, is 60 meters long and 15 meters wide. There is no historical evidence as to who originally built this magnificent step-well. It is believed that King Agrasen, the legendary king of Agroha, built it. In the 14th century, this stepwell was rebuilt by the Agrawal community, which traces its origin to the kingdom mentioned above.
Ugrasen ki baoli has 108 steps, spanning over three layers. Each level is lined with arched niches on both sides.
Ugrasen ki baoli was pictured in many movies, including the Bollywood blockbuster movie, PK with Aamir Khan in the lead role.
Similar step-wells can be seen in Gujarat state. Rajasthan state also has a magnificent stepwell, with 3500 steps across 13 stories!
How do I go to Agrasen-ki-Baoli?
Ugrasen ki baoli is situated on Hailey Road, near Connaught Place and Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.