One of the oldest and deepest stepwells in India, Chand Baori are said to have been built over the course of a night by djinns. Still to this day, the cool and dark place is said to be haunted by something.
In the quiet village of Abhaneri in the eastern Dausa district of Rajasthan, Chand Baori stands as a testament to the architectural ingenuity of ancient India. Built during the 8th and 9th centuries by King Chanda of the Nikumbha Dynasty, this ancient stepwell is one of the deepest and largest in the country, although not always the easiest to find.
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Its haunting beauty and the eerie ambiance is also supposed to be one of the oldest and largest stepwells in the world and have earned it a reputation as one of the most haunted sites in Rajasthan, drawing curious visitors and paranormal enthusiasts alike.
Architectural Marvel with a Dark Side
Chand Baori is an architectural marvel, featuring 3,500 narrow steps arranged in a precise geometrical pattern, descending 13 stories deep into the silent depth of the earth. The walls have images like Sheshasayee Vishnu reclining on the serpent Ananta and Mahishasuramardini. On the sides there are shrines to Ganesha. According to legends, there are also tunnels connecting Abhaneri to Dausa.
These stepwells served many purposes as well as getting water, being a place for gatherings of religious and ceremonial activities among others.
The structure’s desolate appearance, combined with the echoes of footsteps reverberating through the empty well, contribute to its haunting reputation. All the way on the bottom the air is about 5-6 degrees cooler than at the surface. The sense of isolation and the shadows cast by the ancient stones create an eerie atmosphere, especially during the evenings or on cloudy days.
Legends and Paranormal Tales of Chand Baori
Local legends whisper of spirits and djinns that are said to haunt Chand Baori. According to folklore, the stepwell was constructed overnight by spirits, and those who disturb its tranquility risk invoking their wrath.
Visitors and locals alike have reported strange occurrences, from sudden drops in temperature to the feeling of being watched. There are also those who claim that they get a sudden feeling of being nauseous as they descend down the stairs.
The stillness and darkness within the depths of Chand Baori can be unsettling. Some visitors claim to have heard whispers and footsteps echoing in the silent corridors, while others report seeing shadowy figures lurking in the corners of the well.
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