Toorji Ka Jhalra (Toorji’s Step Well)
Rajasthan · India
Toorji Ka Jhalra, an ancient stepwell built in the 1740s by Maharaja Abhay Singh's consort Queen in Jodhpur, is a testament to the age-old tradition of royal women constructing public water works. The steps are designed to follow the changing levels of water throughout the year, ensuring easy access for all.
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1Toorji Ka Jhalra (Toorji’s Step Well)
Welcome to Toorji Ka Jhalra, or Toor-jee's Stepwell, a breathtaking example of 18th-century 'Jal San-rakshan'—water conservation—and one of Jodhpur's most stunning architectural wonders. We are standing in the heart of the old…
앱에서 듣기2The Architecture of Necessity: Interlocking Stones
As you descend the first few flights of stairs, take a close look at the joints between the stones. One of the most remarkable features of Toorji Ka Jhalra is its 'lithic' construction technique. …
앱에서 듣기3The Queen's Oversight and the Architect's Dishonesty
There is a fascinating local legend regarding the construction of this Jhalra that speaks to the character of Queen Toorji. It is said that she funded the project entirely from her personal 'Hath-kharch' or allowance, rather than…
앱에서 듣기4Intelligence Gathering in the Depths
While the primary purpose of the Jhalra was water, it also served a more clandestine function in the medieval city. Look at the small alcoves and shaded platforms built into the side walls, just above the usual water line. …
앱에서 듣기5The Engineering of Inflow: Ancient Canals
To understand how this well stays filled in a desert, we must look at the hidden engineering of 'Na-laas' or canals. In the 18th century, the Jhalra was part of a sophisticated, interconnected water system that spanned the entire…
앱에서 듣기6Modern Revitalization and Community Spirit
Today, Toorji Ka Jhalra is a symbol of Jodhpur's 'Punar-ja-gran' or cultural rebirth. For nearly a century, the well was used as a dump site, filled with stagnant water and mountains of trash. …
앱에서 듣기7Closing
As we conclude our journey through the emerald depths of Toorji Ka Jhalra, take one last look at the symmetrical beauty of its stairs. We have explored the ingenious engineering of the 'Gaj-dhars,' the humanitarian vision of…
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| 이야기 구간 | 7 |
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