Richard And Jo Demeester's photos with the keyword: Delhi

Jantar Mantar

06 Jan 2011 158
I have no idea what can be measured on the instruments visible here, but I know, it really does look more like a children's playground than scientific measurement.

Jantar Mantar

06 Jan 2011 148
No, it's not a skate park. And it's not modern art. These are all centuries old astronomical instruments. Built under the direction of Maharajah Jai Singh II in 1725, there are a multitude of structures designed for taking accurate measurements of the sun, moon, and stars. This giant “staircase” is one of the simpler, being primarily a sundial.

Ah, Foster's, Australia's Favourite Water!?

06 Jan 2011 234
Hmm, not sure correct licensing has been obtained. According to the label, you should “Enjoy the Real Taste of Foster's”. Not from this bottle, you won't.