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Manga hiti is the oldest hiti in Patan, Nepal, dating back to the 6th century AD. It was constructed by Bharavi, daughter of the first Lichhavi king, to provide water for rituals. The hiti uses an intricate system of wells, ponds, canals and underground pipes to transport water via gravity flow. It is considered highly significant culturally and religiously as a place of worship for Hindus and Buddhists. However, modern construction has damaged traditional water systems like rajkulos, affecting many hitis

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Sabita Guragain

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