The arcade, though built only in the 19th century, provides the identity of the
Badi Baoli and as such is the most culturally significant architectural element. Its
reconstruction was thus a major objective of the conservation effort undertaken at
the Badi Baoli by the Department of Archaeology – Aga Khan Trust for Culture team.
Architectural and photographic documentation carried out prior to the collapse had
provided required details to reconstruct the collapsed portions. Craftsmen – used
standing portions of the structure – to understand and faithfully reconstruct the
masonry details. The plaster patterns found on the parapet were also restored.
On completing the reconstruction of the collapsed portion, the cement pointing on
the eastern, northern and southern wall surfaces of the baoli was also removed and
replaced with lime mortar – to allow any water ingress into the Baoli.
Aga Khan Trust for Culture
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Baoli through the ages In Qutb Shahi Heritage Park: Conservation and Landscape Restoration. Aga Khan Trust for Culture, 2016.
