Adalaj ni Vav – Stepwell in Ahmedabad - Travelmax
Adalaj ni vav is one of the most famous landmarks near Ahmedabad. ‘Vav’ is a Gujarati word for Adalaj Stepwell and basically means a well with steps to reach the water. These kinds of step wells were very common in the past era and were considered to be the lifeline of local villages and communities. Gujarat is rich in heritage. Ahmedabad might as well be called as the heritage capital of Gujarat. There are many heritage sites which one can visit. These sites will give you a deep understanding of the rich past of not only Gujarat, but also India. Adalaj ni vav is one such heritage site which is a must visit if you are planning to visit Ahmedabad. Reaching Adalaj ni vav is not very difficult. It’s only 30 Minutes (19 KM) away from Ahmedabad city and the road is quite motorable. The vav was built in the 15th century and is considered as one of the finest pieces of architecture from that era. The step wells are quite prominent in the north as well and are r...