The Astronomical Observatories of Jai Singh c11.s2.t1.42

c11.s2.t1.42

“I pass over in silence other less important instruments, but a matter which detracts from the value of the observatory is that, in a low situation surrounded by walls, the observer cannot see the rising and setting of the stars; also the dial, gnomon and other parts being in lime plaster prevent one from making very exact observations.”