21/08/2026
[INSPIRATION] The Chand Baori is a huge stepwell situated in Abhaneri, Rajasthan, India. Built in the 8th and 9th centuries, it descends to a depth of 30 metres over 13 levels and features 3,500 steps arranged in a perfect geometric labyrinth.
This masterpiece of ancient architecture was designed to collect rainwater and thus cope with the arid conditions of north-western India. Its perfectly symmetrical layout allows large numbers of people to use the stepwell at the same time.
Fun fact: these 3,500 symmetrically arranged steps inspired the prison set in the film "The Dark Knight Rises" (Christopher Nolan, 2012).
CHAND BAORI, INDIA