Rohtas Fort, Our National Heritage

Rohtas Fort
Our National Heritage

X The Gates
X The Bowalis
X Haveli Man Singh
X Rani Mehal
X Shahi Mosque
X Architectural Style
X Decorative Features

The Bowalis

There are 3 Baolis in the fort. These were made by cutting deep into the lime rock

Bari (Main) Bowali
It is in the middle of the Fort for soldiers, elephants, horses etc. This Baoli has 148 steps (now 134 left due to filling of mud). Each step is 20 cm (8 inches) wide. The upper portion has been cut in stone. It has three arches that span the length of the baoli.

The Shahi Bowali
It is near the Kabuli Gate for the Royal family. It has 60 steps and has small chambers that were used as baths by the Royal family.

The Sar Gate Bowali
It is a small Baoli near the Sar Gate, most likely used by soldiers.