Chand Baori in Abhaneri village, Rajasthan, continues to amaze visitors with its history, architecture, and enduring legends. Located in Dausa district, the stepwell ranks among the deepest and oldest in the world.
Historical records credit its construction to King Chand of the Nikumbh dynasty during the 8th or 9th century. However, local folklore tells a different story. Villagers believe supernatural beings built the massive structure in a single night.
The stepwell features around 1,300 steps arranged in precise geometric patterns. It reaches a depth of nearly 19.5 meters. Visitors often describe it as a maze because the stairs look identical from every angle.
Locals also share eerie tales of a wedding procession that entered the stepwell and never returned. Historians dismiss the story as myth, yet it fuels curiosity among tourists. Another belief says moonlight makes the stepwell glow on full-moon nights.
The Archaeological Survey of India maintains the site today. Entry remains open only from sunrise to sunset. Nearby, the Harshat Mata Temple adds to the area’s cultural appeal.
Chand Baori attracts thousands of visitors each year from India and abroad.
