Galtiji is It is an ancient holy place. It is located in low hills. It encompasses temples, pavilions and holy kunds. The backdrop comprises of green vegetation which makes it marvelous place to visit. Sun God temple is an attraction here whose foundation was laid by Diwan Kriparam. The site also has a tank that remains full throughout the year because of the spring of pure water falling from ‘gaumukh’ (an exit shaped like the mouth of a cow).Come and take a dip in its holy kunds.
About Galtaji Temple in Jaipur :
Galtaji is a holy pilgrimage of India, located 10 kms away from Jaipur in Rajasthan. The vast complex of Galta Ji has several temples in it. The Temple of Galtaji is famous for its natural water springs. Set amidst the beautiful landscape, Galtaji Temple offers a picturesque view of the city. Galtaji is considered holy place, as Saint Galav spent his life meditating here. However, the temple was built mach later by Diwan Rao Kriparam, a courtier of Sawai Jai Singh II, in the 18th Century. The outstanding structure of the Temple looks more like a mansion or Haveli.
The complex of Galtaji has numerous temples, pavilions, natural springs and holy ‘kunds’. Built in pink sandstone, Galtaji Temple appeals to the aesthetic sense of the visitors. The temple, dedicated to the Sun God, is the most famous temple built on the top of a hill. The temple is decked with rounded roofs, exquisitely carved pillars and painted walls. Out of all other temples, Hanuman temple stands out, being surrounded by hundreds of monkeys. Besides all other attractions, Natural water springs draw special attention of the visitors.
The water of these springs is accumulated in the tanks or ‘kunds’. In all, there are seven tanks, holiest being the Galta Kund, which never goes dry. It is considered auspicious to take bath in the holy waters of Galtaji. Thousands of people come every year to take a dip in the tanks to rinse out their sins. Makar Sankranti is regarded as a special day to take bath in the holy waters of Galtaji.
Galtaji Temple is a prehistoric pilgrimage location, in a lush green landscape of nature. The location of temple is such that it provides awe-inspiring views of the surrounding plains. The Galtaji Temple is a souvenir of the former age and a sacred pilgrimage of the Hindus. The tranquility of the Temple, attracts people from far and near, to visit it again and again.
Architecture of Galtaji Temples :
The most celebrated temples of the place include the triple-storied temple of Balaji, which attracts to the aesthetic sense of the travelers and is built in pink stone.
The impressive structure of the Balaji Temple appears more like a palatial mansion or Haveli. Located in the midst the low hills, the Temple of Galtaji, also is built in pink stone and has a huge complex.
The location of temple is such that it provides awe-inspiring views of the surrounding plains. The Galtaji Temple is a souvenir of the former age and a sacred pilgrimage of the Hindus. The tranquility of the Temple, attracts people from far and near, to visit it again and again.
Attraction in and around Galtaji Temple :
Visiting the Galtaji Temple is an enriching affair for the tourists as there are a number of temples located in close proximity to the Galtaji temple. Some of the temples near to the Galtaji temple are as follows:
- Krishna Temple
- Balaji Temple
- Sita Ram Temple
These temples also draw a considerable number of tourists. Moreover, the sheer beauty of the place surrounding the Galtaji temple also draws a god number of tourists from different parts of the world. The manmade lake within the temple premises enhances the place’s beauty. Visitors take the opportunity to take a bath in this lake. Hence, a visit to the Galtaji temple is an enriching experience as apart from the spiritual importance the beauty of the temple and its surrounding will be mesmerizing for you.
Location: Near Sisodia Rani ka Bagh, On Jaipur-Agra Highway
Built By : Diwan Rao Kriparam
Built In : 18th Century
Dedicated to: Sun God, Lord Hanuman/Balaji
Highlights: Fresh Water Springs
Visit Timings: Sunrise to Sunset (All Week Days.)
How to reach: One can easily reach Galtaji Temple from the city by taking local Buses, Cars and Taxis