Suranga Bawadi, an integral part of the ancient “Karez system” of supplying water through subterranean tunnels in Karnataka has been included in the World Monument Watch list for 2020.
The monument has been selected under the “Ancient Water System of the Deccan Plateau” by the NGO, World Monuments Fund (WMF).
WMF monitors the restoration of ancient monuments across the globe.
Karez underground system was built in the 16th century by Ali Adil Shah-I of the Bijapur Sultanate.
His successor Ibrahim Adil Shah-II added more structures to strengthen it.
‘Karez’ is believed to the one of the best water supply systems in the world but it is in bad condition owing to lack of maintenance.