F1 Buddh International Circuit

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The
Buddh International Circuit is a Formula One racing circuit in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, near Delhi. It will host the inaugural Formula One Indian Grand Prix on October 30, 2011.The track was officially inaugurated on 18 October 2011.

Originally known as the Jaypee Group Circuit or the Jaypee International Race Circuit after the circuit's owners, the circuit was officially named the Buddh International Circuit in April 2011. According to Sameer Gaur, the Managing Director and Chief Executive of Jaypee Sports International, the name is derived from the word Buddha, and represents peace and calm.


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Length 5.137 km (3.192 mi)
Turns
16
Cost US$ 215 million



 
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