One little known contribution to architecture made by India are calledstepwells. These architectural wonders are built deep into theground. With fluctuating rain in the desert communities of Rajasthanand Gujarat, these were built as far back as 600 A.D. to conserve thewater for the community. The construction of these stepwells areunique to other wells and tanks in that you have direct access to thewater, without having to send a bucket or other vessel down to retrievethe water.
