Jantar Mantar, built by King Jai Singh II between 1727 and 1734,
literally means "calculation instrument". More than just a curious
collection of sculptures, each structure at the intriguing Jantar Mantar
observatory has a specialized astronomical function. There are 14
structures in total, which measure time, predict eclipses, and track
stars. The most impressive one is the huge Samrat Yantra sundial. At a
height of 90 feet (27 meters), it has a shadow that moves roughly the
width of a person's hand every minute. It's a profound display of how
quickly time does in fact go!
- Location: Next to the City Palace, Jaipur.
- Entry Cost: 10 rupees (20 cents) plus 50 rupees ($1) for a camera.
- Opening Hours: 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. daily.
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