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Jantar Mantar, Delhi - An Ancient Astronomical Observatory

An 18th-century astronomical observatory with massive, functional instruments used to measure time and track celestial bodies.

Delhi, Delhi1-2 hours6:00 AM – 6:00 PM₹25No Photography

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Best Season:The ideal time to visit is from October to March, when Delhi's weather is cool and pleasant. A visit on a clear sunny day is essential to see how the instruments work with sunlight and shadows. Avoid the summer months of April to June due to extreme heat (over 40°C), which makes exploring the open-air site uncomfortable. The monsoon season (July to September) can also disrupt a visit, although the site remains open.

Duration:1-2 hours

Entry (Indian):₹25

Entry (Foreign):₹300

Photography:Not Allowed

Parking:Not Available

Why Visit Jantar Mantar In Delhi?

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Jantar Mantar in Delhi is an open-air astronomical observatory comprising 13 large-scale masonry instruments. Constructed in the 18th century, this site feels like a park filled with giant, abstract sculptures. However, each structure is a precision tool designed to observe celestial positions with the naked eye. As you walk through the grounds, you'll encounter massive instruments like the Samrat Yantra, a huge sundial that can tell the time with an accuracy of two seconds. The other key structures are the Ram Yantra, Jayaprakash Yantra, and Misra Yantra, each designed for specific astronomical calculations, such as tracking stars and predicting eclipses.

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November to February, particularly on weekends and public holidays, due to peak tourist season and pleasant weather.

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October, March, and weekday afternoons. School groups often visit during these times.

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April to June because of the intense summer heat, and during the monsoon months from July to September.

Entry Fees & Timings

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Indian Visitors

₹25

Per person

Foreign Visitors

₹300

Per person

Opening Hours

6:00 AM — 6:00 PM

Open all days of the week. The official timings are from sunrise to sunset, which can vary slightly depending on the season. Last entry is usually 30 minutes before sunset.

Entry fee for Indian citizens and visitors from SAARC/BIMSTEC countries is ₹25. For other foreign nationals, the fee is ₹300. Entry is free for children below 15 years. Video filming has an additional charge of ₹25. Prices are subject to change by the ASI.

Location & Directions

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Address

Sansad Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi, Delhi 110001

Coordinates

28.6272, 77.2166

Nearest City

Delhi

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How to Reach

Multiple ways to get to this destination conveniently

By Air

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is the nearest airport, located about 15 km away. A taxi or the Airport Express Metro line can get you to the city cen...

By Train

New Delhi Railway Station (NDLS) is the closest major railhead, just 2 km away. Old Delhi Railway Station (DLI) is 5 km away. Both stations have good connectivi...

By Road

Jantar Mantar is situated on Sansad Marg in Central Delhi and is easily accessible by road from all parts of Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR). Inter-...

Local Transport

The Delhi Metro is the most convenient way to travel. Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are available for short distances. Ride-hailing apps like Ola and Uber ...

History & Significance

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History

Jantar Mantar was built in 1724 by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur. He was a nobleman in the Mughal court with a deep interest in astronomy. Tasked by the Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah to revise the calendar and astronomical tables, Jai Singh II constructed five such observatories across India, with ...

Significance

Jantar Mantar is a testament to India's rich scientific heritage and the astronomical skills of the medieval period. Its significance lies in its ambitious scale and the architectural innovation used to create functional scientific instruments from masonry. While the Jaipur observatory is a UNESCO W...

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