Rani Ki Vav (lit. ' The Queen's Stepwell ') is a stepwell situated in the town of Patan in Gujarat, India. It is located on the banks of the Saraswati River. Its construction is attributed to Udayamati, the spouse of the 11th-century Chaulukya king Bhima I.

Rani-ki-Vav is an exceptional example of a distinctive form of subterranean water architecture of the Indian subcontinent, the stepwell, which is located on the banks of the Saraswati River in Patan.

Jul 18, 2024 · The latticework patterns on the Rani-ki-Vav resemble the geometric motifs commonly seen in the local Patola textiles, suggesting a shared artistic tradition and influence between the stepwell's architecture and the region's renowned textile heritage.

Jun 14, 2022 · Rani Ki Vav is world-famous for the architectural style it was designed like an inverted temple with seven levels of stairs that were delightfully carved and sculpted with mythological and religious imageries.

Rani Ki Vav, or the Queen's Stepwell, is one of the many UNESCO World Heritage Sites that the state of Gujarat is home to. It was constructed by Rani Udaymati in memory of her husband, King...

Dec 16, 2024 · The stepwell known as Rani ki Vav or Ranki Vav, or “Queen’s stepwell,” is located in the Indian state of Gujarat near the town of Patan. The Saraswati River’s banks are where it is situated. The new ₹100 note has sparked interest in Gujarat’s Rani-ki-Vav, an impressive historical building that doubles as a temple and water storage system.

Mar 28, 2025 · Rani Ki Vav, now also a Unesco World Heritage Site is located in Patan district and was built by queen Udaymati to commemorate her husband, Bhimdev I.

Rani Ki Vav is not just any water storage unit, located in the district of Patan in Gujarat it is an architectural masterpiece. Recently listed as one of the UNESCO world heritage sites this Stepwell beautifies the bank of the holy river of Saraswati.

Jan 12, 2025 · Rani Ki Vav, also known as the Queen’s Stepwell, has earned its rightful place on the UNESCO World Heritage list, drawing tourists from around the globe who are captivated by its breathtaking design and awe-inspiring sculptures.

At Rani ki Vav, the Dashavatara – or 10 avatars of Vishnu – parade along a terrace wall at level three. This important frieze underscores the role of stepwells as a place of Hindu ritual – a kind of subterranean temple.