Bhimdev I was the son of Mularaja, the founder of the Solanki dynasty ofAnahilwada Patan.
When restored, the stepwells magnificent carvings were found in pristine condition.
Rani-ki-Vav was built at a period when craftsmen were at the height of their stepwell construction ability.
The Maru-Gurjara architectural style reflect mastery of this complex technique and great beauty of detail and proportions.
The building itself measures 64 meters by 20 meters.
The tunnel is now blocked by stones and mud.
Above all, it buried the property under several layers of slit for almost seven centuries.
Rani ki vav was included in the list of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site on 22 June 2014.
