Tuesday, March 27, 2007

the telling of time


Jantar Mantar is one of 5 observatories built nearly 300 years ago by the warrior and astronomer Jal Singh. these complex instruments were once used to measure time by the shadows cast by the sun onto sundials, and to chart the progress of the moon through the zodiac. it was fascinating to see how accurate these structures are. no need for a watch while in Jaipur!

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