Assi Khamba Ki Bawadis

This is the beautiful Assi Khamba Ki Baoli (Gwalior, MP). It was built by the great Maharaja Man Singh Tomar of Gwalior (c. 1500 CE). Tradition has it that this huge baoli (step-well) was built by ancient Hindu engineers of Man Singh’s kingdom in just 5 days.
In 1505, Sikandar Lodhi declared a war and invaded Gwalior. In response, Man Singh ordered the Gwalior fort to be closed down. He ordered the construction of this huge baoli for storage of water during the siege. Urgency demanded the baoli to be built in just 5 days. Man Singh made excellent preparations for the siege. He used crafty hit and run tactics. Once his soldiers marched out of the fort to give battle. But they soon retreated back into the fort after initial engagement, causing frustration to Sikandar Lodhi. Tired and hungry, Sikandar Lodhi and his troops were forced to give up the siege and return back.
After the battle, the Baoli continued to be used to store water. Sections of it were also used as a bath.
A scarcity of food resulting from Lodi’s destruction of crops forced Lodi to give up the siege. During his return to Agra, Man Singh Tomar ambushed Lodi’s army near Jatwar, inflicting heavy casualties on the invaders

You will find it just before entering the Man Sing Palace. I was about this miss this spot as ther entry is very small and from the road you won't be able to judge what's inside.

It's not that big but thoughtfully built by Maharaja Man Singh Tomar Of Gwalior around 1500 CE. Some says it was just built in 5 days of time. There is a step well surrounded by many pillars and it has got good symmetry.

From the edge of the wall, you have panoramic view of the city. If you bring zoom lens then you may get done really good pictures.

You don't need to get tickets separately to visit this.

In 16 AD constructed by King Maan Singh Tomar, it was a Shiv Temple, but after mugal rule, it was used as a prison to kept small king here after victory over them. Structure is big and strong, bawadi is not clean, not used for drinking water. But you feel cooler inside.

beautiful place near the man singh palace . the authorities are trying to maintain it but need some more attention .

As the name suggests, the monument is a step-well surrounded by eighty stone pillars. The periphery of the step-well is circular in shape. The baori, built for storing water, also has different chambers which had been constructed for the bathing purposes of the queens. The step-well was built in the 16th century by Raja Man Singh Tomar. Assi Khamba ki Baori also has the historical reputation of being used as a prison when the Mughals occupied the fort. Since the temple inside the baori was modified according to Mughal techniques of building, the monument stands as an example of the Indo-Islamic style of architecture.

Assi khamba ki bawadis is a place to visit free of cost it is a olace with 80 pilars and one well . People told that the Koteshwar mahadev was here only after auranzeb come it push it from fort and they fall into a big cave ... Nice place .

Beautiful monument in the Gwalior Fort adjoining the Man Singh Palace. Amazing legends and stories are associated with this fascinating monument. One of the major tourist attractions in Gwalior.

Beautiful, historical place at Gwalior fort.

There are various baolis in India. Must visit when you happen to be in Gawaliar Fort. These baolies provide water to the inhabitants of the fort and are built within the fort premises for safety reasons.

Stay safe here it was dangerous

Number of strong pillars are exist here to show the strength of in it. It seem like so peaceful place here. 😊

Historical story are lacking behind the... Art work by today couple names in the Palace. You can understand it better.

Superb architecture, excellent symmetry of 10*8 rock pillers.

Assi khamba ki baori
Its an historic place
Cool and calm place
Located in gwalior fort

Very relaxing place. It is open from all sides, which makes it airy.

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Large size and underground stairs for collecting water.

Must visit good architecture 😄

Best place wonderful 😊😊

Its amazing...amd nice