ADALAJ STEP WELL

Adalaj Step Well is an architectural marvel and it seamlessly blends Hindu, Jain and Islamic designs. The Step Well is five storeys deep under the ground and there are three sets of stairs leading down to the first floor.

The route near the Step Well was once a trader’s route and many used it as a rest stop or a place to spend the night before the advent of hotels. The whole structure is filled with intricate carvings, beautiful sculptures and images of Jain and Hindu deities. There are also carvings that depict the everyday life of the people here such as women churning butter.

Location: Adalaj Rd, Adalaj, Gujarat 382421

Entry Fee: No entry fees

Timing: 6 AM to 6 PM

Best Time to Visit: October to March