Belagavi's 300-year-old stepwell restored, ancient water heritage unearthed

A hidden piece of Karnataka's heritage has emerged from beneath decades of garbage and debris in Belagavi, where a 300-year-old stepwell has been restored, revealing its historic architecture and reviving a forgotten water source.

Believed to have been built during the Adil Shahi Dynasty, the 80-foot-deep stepwell was brought back to life by the Belagavi-based Pyaas Foundation, with support from NSS volunteers and local residents. The restoration uncovered 53 stone steps and a unique design that resembles a Shiva Lingam when viewed from above.