Label: Top Attraction
Tags: Monument
Timings: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Time Required: 2 Hours
Entry Fee:
- Indians, SAARC, and BIMSTEC Visitors: INR 15 per person
- Foreign Tourists: INR 200 per person
- Videography: INR 25
Constructed By: Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur
Built In: 1724
Nearest Metro Station: Patel Chowk (Yellow Line)
Jantar Mantar in Delhi, built in 1724 by Maharaja Jai Singh II, is an architectural observatory designed to study celestial movements and measure time. It forms part of a series of five observatories across India, showcasing India’s advanced astronomical knowledge of the era.
The site houses 13 instruments, including the Samrat Yantra, a towering sundial accurate to half a second, and the Misra Yantra, which identifies the longest and shortest days of the year. These instruments were crucial for tracking planetary motions and refining astronomical data.
How to Reach: Located on Parliament Street near Janpath, it is accessible by metro (Patel Chowk, Rajiv Chowk, or Janpath stations) or by local transport.
Tips for Visitors:
- Visit early morning or late afternoon during summer.
- Carry water to stay hydrated.
Jantar Mantar remains a fascinating blend of science, history, and architecture, drawing visitors eager to explore its timeless ingenuity.
