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Monday, August 24, 2009

Unseen Rajasthan Special-Abhaneri

History

Abhaneri is less than 2 hours drive away. The stepwell, Chand Baori, is a square shaped well, fairly deep possibly the deepest stepwell in Indo-Pakistan region, with thousands of steep steps on three sides and a deep green pool at the bottom. The adjacent temple is presursor of Khajuraho style by 200 years.

Step Well

Step Well

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Old Statues
Village Huts

This is one of the finest place in Rajasthan and i loved this trip mostly among all.
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70 comments:

  1. JamesAugust 24, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    I've seen pictures of this place before, but I'm lways glad to see this amazing place.

    You are fortunate to be able to see and share such fantastic things.
    Have a great week and thank you for sharing!

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  2. Diane AZAugust 24, 2009 at 10:23 PM

    Fascinating stepwell, I've never been to one before. Lovely old carved statues and patterns. Thank you for sharing these fabulous images.

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  3. Becca's DirtAugust 25, 2009 at 12:07 AM

    What an interesting place. Thanks for sharing this.

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  4. ClytieAugust 25, 2009 at 2:15 AM

    What an amazing place! I'd never heard of a stepwell before, and totally enjoyed the introduction.

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  5. ProsperoAugust 25, 2009 at 2:42 AM

    Is the stepwell used for religious observances? I'm guessing that it has some spiritual meaning. The pool of green does not seem to be for bathing.

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  6. dianasfaria.comAugust 25, 2009 at 3:15 AM

    the top photo looks like a graphic design. & I love the color of the deep green well. lovely!

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  7. ladyviralAugust 25, 2009 at 7:14 AM

    Does those stepwell actually lead to somewhere?

    Love the statue and carvings! All absolutely gorgeous~

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  8. AnonymousAugust 25, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    Abhaneri is very interesting.
    The temple is wonderful.
    The pictures are fantastic.
    What a trip ...

    Hugs and a great week.

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  9. Kavita SahariaAugust 25, 2009 at 7:45 AM

    When will be the time come for me to visit these incredible places you show...waiting for my kids to grow up a little more...Great pictures..the place has come up alive.

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  10. HelenAugust 25, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    There was a lot of intricate work done in the details of all these things. Great shots. Helen

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  11. RENATA CORDEIROAugust 25, 2009 at 12:21 PM

    Hi, my friend!
    I´ve loved your post and the beautiful photos, specially the statues.
    Thanks for sharing,
    Renata

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  12. claudeAugust 25, 2009 at 1:01 PM

    Wonderful architecture and statues !

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  13. JoeiAugust 25, 2009 at 3:40 PM

    I'm always happy seeing your post! it makes me more familiarized your place, though, i was not even been there before.
    I really glad to read your blog.
    have a nice day

    -Joei

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  14. Buenos Aires PhotoblogAugust 25, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    Amazing stepwell! This place is awesome. Is the green of the pool caused by algae? How deep is it?

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  15. Serena FlorAugust 26, 2009 at 2:53 AM

    Pretty places… congratulations friend!
    A kiss and excellent night for you.

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  16. MyMaracasAugust 26, 2009 at 8:01 AM

    Your photos never fail to amaze me. It seems there is an infinite wealth of beauty and history in your country.

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  17. fufuAugust 26, 2009 at 11:52 AM

    wow another great travelogue my friend!! anyway i am back home now from china =p wish to read more of your articles :)

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  18. Unseen India ToursAugust 26, 2009 at 8:13 PM

    @Prospero:No,This step well was basically made by the Ghosts and Not by the men's and that too in a single night.This water was used to worship God.

    @Ladyviral:These step Wells leads to no where .This well is around 200 Feet deep.

    @Buenos Aires Photoblog :Yes this green part is algae.

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  19. Lady Di TnAugust 26, 2009 at 8:32 PM

    i WAS WONDERING IF THIS IS THE SAME WELL THAT WAS FEATHURED IN A PREVIOUS POST OR AM I MISTAKEN?
    THANKS FOR SHARING. PEACE

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  20. varshaAugust 26, 2009 at 10:16 PM

    vaah kamal pics hain...

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  21. WencheAugust 26, 2009 at 11:34 PM

    This city must be very interesting to visit. Look at all the stairs, I guess you must be tired if you try to walk them all:-) The water is also very, very green.

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  22. Celeste MaiaAugust 27, 2009 at 12:04 AM

    I was at this magic place, but your photographs brought so many memories back. What a fantastic, truly fantastic site!

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  23. ToronjilAugust 27, 2009 at 6:56 AM

    just overwhelming.

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  24. divsiAugust 27, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    abhaneri...wow..2 hrs frm jaipur?
    lovely yaar...thanx for sharin this...

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  25. VagabondeAugust 28, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    At first your photograph of the stepwell looks like a geometric print – then one realizes the depth of the well. Quite a wonderful place and with so much history. I am pleased to have seen it on your blog as I was not aware of it.

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  26. Tiago RalhaAugust 28, 2009 at 4:58 PM

    Great photos :)

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  27. EcoRoverAugust 29, 2009 at 1:52 AM

    Coolest steps ever. Who is/are the goddess(es)?

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  28. LowellAugust 29, 2009 at 4:13 AM

    I am in awe! I've never seen anything like this. What an incredible design and sculptures...it's just amazing!

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  29. ReneeAugust 29, 2009 at 8:46 PM

    I loved your trip too.

    Rene xoxo

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  30. imacAugust 29, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    nteresting and well captured.

    Thanks for your visit and kind comments.

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  31. Emery RothAugust 29, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    It all looks very mysterious and intriguing. The steps are wonderful. They remind me of an M.C. Escher print. Thanks for the photo tour.

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  32. AnonymousAugust 29, 2009 at 10:10 PM

    I don't know what a step well is but I will look it up. This is a beautiful place. I love the ornate statues. In this modern age it seems things are built for functionality rather than beauty. Thanks for sharing the beauty.

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  33. RajeshAugust 29, 2009 at 10:28 PM

    Beautiful step well and sculptures. I missed this on my last trip.

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  34. VagabondeAugust 29, 2009 at 10:43 PM

    Thank you for your comment destined to my blog. I am so sorry though that as I was reading it my cat jumped near me and moved my hand so that instead of clicking on Publish, I clicked on Reject. I tried to get your comment again, but could not. I can write it in the comment page under Anonymous and add your name if you like, or you could send it again. This has never happened to me and I am sorry it happened to your comment as I am so grateful that you take the time to read my post.

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  35. MariaAugust 29, 2009 at 11:25 PM

    Incredible visit to this part of your country. So much to see here each time I visit your site!
    All the best to you!
    Maria

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  36. Pietro BrosioAugust 29, 2009 at 11:32 PM

    This is a fantastic place! Beautiful statues and carvings!
    All very nice images!
    Thanks for sharing!

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  37. SandyCarlsonAugust 30, 2009 at 1:03 AM

    Outstanding. This is new to me and just incredible.

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  38. :.tossan®August 30, 2009 at 1:41 AM

    Amazing! I love the beauty that you shoot is very beautiful!

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  39. José RamónAugust 30, 2009 at 1:47 AM

    Wonderful story is full of beauty thanks for show

    Thanks for visiting Creativity and imagination of Jose Ramon and photos for your feedback Un Saludo

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  40. Shell SherreeAugust 30, 2009 at 3:55 AM

    I didn't know these step wells existed - worship and workout at the same time. :) Lovely photos and tour - thank you! Have a wonderful weekend.

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  41. Elizabeth BradleyAugust 30, 2009 at 4:50 AM

    Amazing, as usual. This is my first exposure to a stepwell, I love the name. The images are wonderful. Love visited through your lens!
    Elizabeth

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  42. Betsy Banks AdamsAugust 30, 2009 at 6:45 AM

    Wow---that stepwell is amazing. Love seeing the statues and carvings also. Beautiful place.

    Betsy

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  43. Tammie LeeAugust 30, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    Such a strong contrast between the hut and the stone palace. Amazing.

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  44. AnonymousAugust 30, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    I stumbled upon your blog. It's sooo beautiful!! Love to visit these places.

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  45. Uma aprendizAugust 30, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    Vim agradecer a visita e adorei as fotos.

    Lindas!

    Coloquei poesia nova, quando puder leia.


    um lindo domingo pra vc

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  46. UnknownAugust 30, 2009 at 7:05 PM

    Amazing! The patterns on the 1st shot are fantastic and so are the other carvings!
    I've posted some shots of Delhi on my travel blog. :-)

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  47. yyamAugust 30, 2009 at 7:18 PM

    Have I seen those steps in a movie? They look familiar...fabulous pictures! Thanks for the wonderful tour my friend! :)

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  48. GeorgeAugust 30, 2009 at 8:17 PM

    The step well is amazing. Thanks for sharing this place with us through your wonderful pictures.

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  49. altairbejarAugust 30, 2009 at 10:31 PM

    Interesting sites. Regards.

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  50. as arteirasAugust 30, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    Debtor, for its visit to mine blog. I gave to a sight in its blog, and liked them very taken off photos it its country. They are pretty places.
    It has a good week and it always comes back!
    Bjs!
    The arteiras
    In portuguese
    Obrigado, pela sua visita ao meu blog.
    Dei uma vista no seu blog, e gostei muito das fotos tiradas do seu país. São lugares bonitos.
    Tenha uma boa semana e volte sempre!
    Bjs!!!
    As arteiras

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  51. Gata VerdeAugust 31, 2009 at 3:52 AM

    I love it...

    ;)

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  52. DanielleAugust 31, 2009 at 4:35 AM

    What a neat well! Great images. It's neat to see such old works of art.

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  53. MariaAugust 31, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    Fascinating post. I have relatives in Rajasthan and hope to visit them sometime soon!

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  54. alfonsoAugust 31, 2009 at 4:23 PM

    … con la mirada atenta…

    Nice places for an occidental person. I whish I were there.
    Sorry awful English.

    ... saludos desde CR & LMA
    ____________________________

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  55. . intemporal .August 31, 2009 at 5:17 PM

    . always fantastic .

    . your eyes . in your pics .

    . congratulations .

    . ever and ever .

    . best regards .

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  56. foongpcAugust 31, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Interesting stepwell! Why so many steps?

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  57. charmineSeptember 1, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    WOW!!! I am amazed by that step well,never seen such a thing before.I must visit this place.Have a great week.

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  58. BrigitteSeptember 1, 2009 at 10:42 PM

    Quel contraste entre les premières photos, témoins d'un passé glorieux et la dernière photo. la pierre travaillée, monumentale et les baraques en toile...

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  59. AneSeptember 2, 2009 at 2:34 AM

    Thank you!
    Gostei de seu blog!

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  60. Andresa Ap. Varize de Araujo September 2, 2009 at 3:46 AM

    Good Nigth my friend!

    I´ve loved your post and the beautiful the statues.


    Thanks for sharing,

    Have a nice day.
    Kiss
    Andresa Araujo

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  61. Unseen India ToursSeptember 3, 2009 at 2:15 AM

    Dear All !! Thanks for your lovely comments..Unseen Rajasthan

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  62. ShySongbirdSeptember 3, 2009 at 5:31 AM

    How incredible, I have never seen anything like it before! I certainly wouldn't want to ever climb so many steps though :)

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  63. # Poetíssima PridaSeptember 4, 2009 at 7:18 AM

    Não escrevo em inglês, mas gostei das imagens...
    Obrigada pela visita.
    Volte sempre..

    Adorei teu espaço...

    Abraços!
    Poetíssima#

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  64. IndraniSeptember 4, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    Step wells are unique. I have seen some. At Hampi, we are not permitted to descent the steps. Great shots.

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  65. AMITSeptember 4, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    Wow excellent pictures of Rajasthan.

    How to make a website

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  66. SandyCarlsonSeptember 12, 2009 at 4:03 PM

    I am just now taking in the size of this incredible place. And all the beautiful patterns.

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  67. NishantSeptember 19, 2009 at 1:25 PM

    You are fortunate to be able to see and share such fantastic things.
    Have a great week and thank you for sharing!
    Make website india

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  68. AyieSeptember 26, 2009 at 12:06 AM

    very interesting architecture

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  69. NefertitiOctober 7, 2009 at 11:44 AM

    superbe ! Merci pour le voyage ;O)

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  70. ashleymcOctober 14, 2009 at 9:46 PM

    hey i just saw your blog and itlooked like you worked really hard on it so keep it up and ill be leaving more comments you have alot of comments so i guess your doing really good so far

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