Mysuru, Dec. 6 -- * Indian-style astronomical observatory to open at Bhartiyogadhama, Uttanahalli

* Modelled after Jaipur, Ujjain and New Delhi Jantar Mantar; Inauguration tomorrow

Mysuru is preparing to record a landmark achievement in the fields of astronomy, heritage science and traditional knowledge.

South India's first-ever Indian-style astronomical observatory - Vedhashale - modelled on the historic Jantar Mantar observatories of Jaipur, Ujjain and New Delhi, will be inaugurated at Bhartiyogadhama, Uttanahalli, tomorrow (Dec. 7) between 10 am and 1.30 pm.

In ancient Indian scientific tradition, the term Vedha means "to observe through analysis," and a Vedhashale served as a specialised centre for the precise study of celestial b...