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Amar Jawan Jyoti

Delhi , India
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Monument
Category
Monument
duration
Duration
20 - 30 Minutes
M-Ticket
M-Ticket
Accepted
Water
Water
Available
Tour Guide
Tour
Guide
PhotoGrap
PhotoGrap
Available
Couple
Couple
Friendly
Lounge
Lounge
Available
Play Area
Play Area
Available
CCTV
CCTV
Available
dustbin
Dustbin
Available
Entry Free
Entry
FREE
Adult
Adult
FREE
Child
Child
FREE
MobileCam
MobileCam
FREE
Camera
Camera
FREE
VideoCam
VideoCam
FREE

Overview

Amar Jawan Jyoti or the flame of the immortal soldier is one of the largest war memorials in India. erected under the India Gate in the wake Liberation of Bangladesh in December 1971 to commemorate Indian soldiers killed in the defense of their country. The eternal flame burns day and night under the arch to remind the nation of soldiers who laid down their lives in the Indo-Pakistan War of December 1971. The Shrine of the Amar Jawan Jyoti is burning since 1971 It represents the flame of the immortal warrior that marks the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The shrine is made of black marble with a rifle placed on its barrel. This rifle is crested by a soldier's helmet. The words- "Amar Jawan" (Immortal Warrior) are inscribed in gold on each face of the cenotaph which is placed on an edifice. The edifice has four torches on its four corners, these torches are kept alive. This shrine of the India Gate in Delhi was uncovered on January 26, 1972, the 23rd Republic Day of India, by the Prime Minister of India during that time- Indira Gandhi. Since then, it is customary for the President and the Prime Minister to pay homage at the site during State ceremonies. Even while guests visit the state, they come here to visit the India Gate in Delhi India and pay homage at the site. In July 2014 the Government announced plans to construct a National War Memorial around the canopy and a National War Museum in adjoining Princess Park. The War Memorial and Museum are expected to cost Rupees 400 crores.

Structure of Amar Jawan Jyoti

Amar Jawan Jyoti, or the flame of the immortal soldier, is a structure made of a black marble plinth. The structure is a reversed L1A1 Self-loading rifle, capped by a war helmet, bound by four urns, each with the permanent light called Jyoti, from flames fueled by CNG. The structure was erected under the India Gate in the wake of the Liberation of Bangladesh in December 1971. It is a structure erected to commemorate the Indian soldiers killed in the defense of the country. Amar Jawan Jyothi serves as a tomb for the unknown soldiers. Amar Jawan Jyoti is manned round the clock by soldiers drawn from the three services of the Indian armed forces.

Know Before you go

  • The best time to visit the monument in summers is 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM, as the days in Delhi can be quite hot. However, in winters any time is suitable.
  • At night there is a 10 minute light and sound show every half hour telling, in short, the story of the martyrs. The light show runs from 8:00-8:30 PM in Hindi and from 9:00-9:30 PM in English.
  • Additional note: The place is often the starting point of protestors and candle-light vigils in national disasters and political marches.

Things to carry


ID Card
ID Card
Camera
Camera
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Selfiestick
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Sunglasses
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Cap
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Medicine
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Sunscreen
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Power Bank
Camping
Snacks

Things not allowed


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Alcohol
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Footwear
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Weapons
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Pets
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Skates
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Smoking
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Plastic Bag

Operational Hours

January to December
Monday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Thursday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday 12:00 AM -
Last Admission Open daily 24 Hours 365 Days.

Redemption Process

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Environmental Note: In the spirit of environmental consciousness, please refrain from printing unless explicitly specified. Let's be mindful of our impact— trees have feelings too!

Cancellation Policy

  • Unforeseen Circumstances : This activity requires good weather. In cases of unforeseen weather conditions or government restrictions leading this activity cancellations, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • Refund Process : Refunds will be credited to the original booking payment source within 10 business days, and cash refunds will not be issued

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