Introduction to Jantar Mantar
Jantar Mantar is one of the five astronomical observatories is an example of the scientific brilliance of the designer, Maharaja Jai Singh II. The word Jantar Mantar is derived from a Sanskrit word which means magical device.
History of Jantar Mantar
Built between 1728 and 1734, Jantar Mantar is one of the many astronomical observatories built on the designs made by Maharaja Jai Singh II where the movements of the sun, moon and planets could be observed.
As a trustworthy ally of Muhammad Shah, the then ruler of the Mughal Empire, Jai Singh was made the Governor of Amber and then Malwa. Since childhood he was passionate about art and science. Once in the court of Muhammad Shah, he experienced a conflict between Hindu and Muslim astrologers over planetary positions. Jai Singh then took on the responsibility of constructing an astronomical observatory.
The astronomical instruments provide accurate information even today and can be compared to modern instruments.
Description of Jantar Mantar
The Brihat Samrat Yantra Sundia is the most magnificent instrument of the observatory which is about 27 meters high. It helps to calculate local time based on the calculation that its shadow moves up 4 meters every hour.
The most popular, Jai Prakash Yantra is a marble hemisphere about 4 meters in diameter. It provides the exact position of the sun and in turn the time.
At Jantar Mantar there are 14 gnomes or shadow indicators which are primarily sundials with different functions.
How to get there
Jaipur is accessible by road, rail and air. The nearest airport to Jaipur is the Sanganer Airport which is about 10 kilometers from the main city. Many airlines fly to Jaipur from different parts of the country. The railways are also a convenient way to reach Jaipur. One may travel by road as well.
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