Question

Jantar-Mantar observatory Jaipur has found a place in the world heritage list of UNESCO Write its features

Answer 1

The following are the features of Jantar Mantar situated in Jaipur:

1) It was established between 1728-1734 in Jaipur by the then Rajput King Sawai Raja Jaisingh II.

2) It is the largest observatory present in the world and has well-preserved instruments.

3) There are 19 architectural astronomical units in this observatory.

4) The biggest Sundial on the earth is present in this observatory.

5) It is used to measure the distances and position of the celestial objects.