 However there is considerable influence from Mughal architecture in palaces and houses, and Rajasthan has some claim to have sent influence back in elements like the "jharokha" enclosed balcony and "chhatri" open pavilions.The generally arid climate has made stepwells ("baoli" or "bawdi") more common than in other parts of India, as well as the distinctive covered "taanka" underground tanks.Stone carved "jali" screens are very common, both in temples and secular buildings.