I welcome you to Day 5 of our 100 Days – 100 Places Challenge in Delhi.
So today we went to Jantar Mantar.
Jantar Mantar Travel
Many people think that it is a maze but it is not so, Jantar means instrument and Mantar means calculation.
Jantar Mantar was built by Sawai Raja Jai Singh. And, not only this, he built a total of 5 Jantar Mantars which are in Delhi, Mathura, Ujjain, Varanasi, and Jaipur.
And all these things are related to astronomy and astrology.
In Jantar Mantar, you can see 4 Yantras which are Samrat Yantra, Jai Prakash Yantra, Mishra Yantra, and Ram Yantra.
Samrat Yantra can tell time using Surya, Ram Yantra, and Jai Prakash Yantra, both of which are used in astronomy for the measurement and calculation of stars.
After knowing this you might find Jantar Mantar interesting.
100 Days – 100 Places in Delhi ChallengeThings To Know Before Visiting Jantar Mantar
- Jantar Mantar Ticket Price: ₹ 15/- for Indian tourists and ₹ 300/- for foreign tourists
- Photography charges: Free (Video shoot at ₹ 25/-)
- Trip duration: 1-2 hours.
It hardly takes half an hour to visit this place, but in pleasant weather, one can spend even more time in the garden with the family.
Best Time To Visit
You can visit Jantar Mantar any time between sunrise and sunset. And any day.
However, I suggest you visit during the early to mid-morning or evening as the climate will be pleasant and suitable for your excursion.
How to Reach Jantar Mantar?
- Nearest Metro Stations – Rajiv Chowk, Patel Chowk, and Janpath Metro Stations; At a distance of 1 km.
- Nearest Railway Station – New Delhi Railway Station.
- Nearest airport – Indira Gandhi International Airport.
- Or you can hire an auto-rickshaw or taxi.
Places to Visit Under Rs 50Things to Do at Jantar Mantar
- Walking Tour – Here, you can enjoy your own walking tour and you will be more aware of the site as we remember the things we learn on our own.
- Photography – The beautiful view of Jantar Mantar will enhance your photography.
- Sightseeing- You can also spend some time visiting museums, sites, or neighborhoods.
- Picnic – You can relax freely and reconnect with nature. Relieve your stress.
Most Popular Things to Do near Jantar Mantar
You can enjoy different types of tours
- Private Tours
- Multi-day Tours
- Day Trips
- City Tours
- Sightseeing Tours
16 Places You Can Visit Near Jantar Mantar
National Museum, New Delhi – India Gate, Lotus Temple, Qutub Minar, Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib, Humayun’s Tomb, Qutub Minar, India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Garden, Ugrasen Ki Baoli, Shri Kalkaji Temple, National Zoological Park, Rashtrapati Bhavan, Purana Qila.
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So let’s meet tomorrow at some new place. I hope you enjoy the space I have shared with you today.
And finally, don’t forget to share your experience with me.
Do you know these Things?
Is it worth visiting Jantar Mantar?
Yes, it is a place worth visiting for you. Here, you can explore the instruments and learn about their history and use. You can also enjoy it while increasing your knowledge.
I heard about sundials at Jantar Mantar. What is it?
There are two types of instruments here in Jantar Mantar, which are sundial and non-sundial. Where sundials are used to measure the time of day and non-sundials are used to measure the positions of the Sun, Moon, and planets.
Is Jantar Mantar a museum?
Yes, it is an outdoor museum of thirteen architectural and astrological instruments.
Which is the oldest Jantar Mantar out of the 5?
Jantar Mantar of Jaipur is considered to be the oldest.
