Misra Yantra

GPTKB entity

Statements (54)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:observatory
gptkbp:associatedWith gptkb:Mughal_architecture
Indian_astronomy
gptkbp:built local stone
gptkbp:complement other Jantar Mantar instruments
gptkbp:constructedIn 18th century
gptkbp:designedBy gptkb:Maharaja_Jai_Singh_II
gptkbp:exhibits scientific knowledge of the time
gptkbp:features large circular base
horizontal and vertical scales
multiple observation points
multiple sundials
large_triangular_gnomon
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Misra Yantra
gptkbp:influencedBy European_astronomical_instruments
gptkbp:inspiration modern astronomical instruments
gptkbp:isCelebratedFor cultural festivals
gptkbp:isDocumentedIn historical texts
scientific literature
gptkbp:isEngagedIn 1724
gptkbp:isFacilitatedBy gptkb:Maharaja_Jai_Singh_II
gptkbp:isFeaturedIn educational programs
documentaries
gptkbp:isInspiredBy ancient_Indian_texts
gptkbp:isLocatedIn gptkb:Rajasthan
gptkbp:isNotableFor its historical significance
its architectural design
gptkbp:isOpenTo public
gptkbp:isPartOf astronomical_observatories_in_India
gptkbp:isPromotedBy tourism boards
gptkbp:isRecognizedBy scientific community
gptkbp:isServedBy Archaeological Survey of India
gptkbp:isSubjectTo historical research
academic studies
gptkbp:isSymbolicOf astronomical innovation
India's_rich_scientific_heritage
gptkbp:isUsedBy students
astronomers
researchers
gptkbp:isUsedIn educational demonstrations
astronomical observations
gptkbp:location gptkb:Jaipur,_India
gptkbp:partOf Jantar Mantar
gptkbp:provides astronomical data
accurate time measurement
gptkbp:recognizes UNESCO_World_Heritage_Site
gptkbp:represents Indian_scientific_advancement
gptkbp:significance historical astronomical research
cultural_heritage_of_India
gptkbp:usedFor measuring time
determining the position of celestial bodies
gptkbp:visitors tourists
astronomy enthusiasts
gptkbp:wasPartOf royal observatories