Chand Baori is a stepwell situated in the village of Abhaneri in the Indian state of Rajasthan. It is one of the few stepwells that has two classical periods of water building in one single setting. The oldest parts of the Stepwell date from the 8th century. An upper palace building was added later. Access to these rooms is now blocked to tourists. The upper stories with the columned arcade around it were built circa 18th century during the time of the Mughals. They also added art galleries and a retaining wall around the Stepwell. Today,there are remains of old sculptures and carvings, which are believed to have been in the temple or the various rooms. Many Stepwells in Rajasthan , including Chand Baori, served multiple purposes including drawing water and religious or ceremonial activities. 
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