Jantar Mantar, New Delhi

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Jantar Mantar in New Delhi, India, is an astronomical observatory constructed in 1724 by Maharaja Jai Singh II of Jaipur. This architectural marvel includes a collection of nineteen instruments designed for various astronomical measurements, including tracking celestial bodies and predicting eclipses. The site features the iconic Samrat Yantra, a massive sundial that measures time with remarkable precision.

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