Jantar Mantar (Jaipur), Jaipur — Guide, History & Visiting Tips
Jantar Mantar in Jaipur is an 18th-century astronomical observatory of large stone instruments, built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Jantar Mantar (Jaipur) at a glance
- Built in the early 1730s by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II.
- It has a set of large masonry instruments, including a very large sundial, the Samrat Yantra.
- UNESCO World Heritage Site, inscribed in 2010.
- The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010.
- A typical visit takes about 45 minutes to 1.5 hours.
What a local guide shows you at Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)
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- The Samrat Yantra, the giant sundial
- The zodiac instruments
- How the instruments measured time and the movement of the sun and planets
- Jai Singh II and his observatories
Photography at Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)
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- Instruments and shadows in morning or afternoon light
- Geometric forms against the sky
- Details of the marked stone scales
Visiting tips for Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)
- Go in daylight, when the shadows on the instruments are clear.
- It is beside the City Palace, so it combines easily with it.
- Timings, ticket prices and entry rules change, so check the official source before you go.
Nearby: places to combine with Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)
- City Palace, Jaipur (Jaipur) — The City Palace is a complex of courtyards, gardens and buildings in the heart of Jaipur's old city, begun by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II,…
- Hawa Mahal (Jaipur) — The Hawa Mahal (Palace of Winds) is a five-storey pink sandstone facade in Jaipur with hundreds of small latticed windows, built in 1799…
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Jantar Mantar (Jaipur) — frequently asked questions
Where is Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)?
Jantar Mantar (Jaipur) is in Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
What type of place is Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)?
Jantar Mantar (Jaipur) is a observatory in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Is Jantar Mantar (Jaipur) a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010.
How long does a visit to Jantar Mantar (Jaipur) take?
A typical visit takes about 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on how much you want to see. Timings, ticket prices and entry rules change, so check the official source before you go.
What are some quick facts about Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)?
Built in the early 1730s by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. It has a set of large masonry instruments, including a very large sundial, the Samrat Yantra. UNESCO World Heritage Site, inscribed in 2010.
Can I combine Jantar Mantar (Jaipur) with other nearby places?
Yes. City Palace, Jaipur and Hawa Mahal, in Jaipur, are close enough to visit on the same day as Jantar Mantar (Jaipur).
Is Jantar Mantar in Jaipur a UNESCO site?
Yes. The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010.
Can I book a local tour guide for Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)?
Yes. On Myna24 you can book a local guide by the hour or for a full day. Guides set their own prices, you pick a free date, and you pay a 10% booking fee online when you book, and the remaining 90% directly to the provider.
Can I book a photographer for Jantar Mantar (Jaipur)?
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