Established in the 16th century, the place is also known locally by several other names, some of which are derivations of the original name in the local language. A stepwell or stepwell is a concept that originated entirely from the Indian subcontinent and was the most popular source of water in olden times. These are mostly man-made pools of water that can be reached by descending a series of stairs. Panna Meena Ka Kund in Jaipur is one of the many famous step-wells still standing in the western part of India, where most of them were constructed. The original purpose of this stepwell was to supply water to the local people for drinking and other daily needs, especially during dry summers and crop irrigation.
The pool also served as a community center for the societies living nearby. People would gather and sit on several levels of the ladder, and exchange conversations. Although Panna Meena ka Kund is no longer a source of water, it still serves as a place for locals and tourists to gather and chit-chat for some time. During summer and monsoon, you can see young local boys competing among themselves by jumping from the bank of the pool above. The elderly sit along several stairs, and it's also a great place for couples to spend some quality time hanging out their feet by the edge of the stairs. Obviously, Panna Meena Ka Kund has always been a community center and has retained its heritage.
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