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Jantar Mantar, New Delhi

New Delhi, Delhi
observatory

Quick answer

Jantar Mantar, New Delhi is an observatory in New Delhi, Delhi, listed in Indian Space Hub's directory of ISRO centres and units.

About Jantar Mantar, New Delhi

The first of Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II's five observatories, built in the 1720s. Its masonry instruments were used to keep time, predict eclipses and track the Sun, Moon and planets with the naked eye.

Jantar Mantar, New Delhi: key facts

Jantar Mantar, New Delhi: key facts
TypeObservatory
PlaceNew Delhi
StateDelhi

Frequently asked questions

What is Jantar Mantar, New Delhi?

Jantar Mantar, New Delhi is an observatory in New Delhi, Delhi, listed in Indian Space Hub's directory of ISRO centres and units.

Where is Jantar Mantar, New Delhi located?

Jantar Mantar, New Delhi is located in New Delhi, Delhi.

What type of centre is Jantar Mantar, New Delhi?

It is listed as an observatory.