Satpula

SAT PULLA (KHIRKEE)- This is a weir, built by Muhammad Tughluq (A.D. 1325-51), to regulate the impounded waters for the purpose of irrigation. It is a unique structure with eleven openings, two at each end being of a subsidiary nature and the remaining ones giving it its present name (meaning bridge with seven openings). The sides of the openings are provided with grooves for sliding shutters. At both the ends is a tower, with an octagonal chamber within, once utilized for a school.

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