Galta Ji : Jaipur
Galta Ji
In the vicinity of the city, 10 kms. from Jaipur, Galta is situated amidst the range of hills east of the city. On the top of the hill, overlooking the Galta valley is a Sun temple. To the east of the temple is a reservoir or a tank which is perrennially fed by a never-failing spring of pure water falling from Gaumuch or an outlet shaped like the mouth of a cow.
On the way to Galta, by the Ghat-ki-Guni, there is a range of hills which is crowned with the fort of Amagarh. At the end of the cause way, stands a palace of the former Jaipur rulers with a beautiful garden, kiosks and temples. This erstwhile state garden called Roop Niwas with a commodious and beautiful palace, is worth visiting.
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Sun temple Jaipur
Sun temple at Galta Ji is perched atop the highest point. The natural springs here are said to possess curative properties. The legend is that Galta was the place where the sage Galava performed penance 15 centuries ago.
Places to see in Jaipur
Forts Amer Fort Jaipur, Jaigarh Fort Jaipur, Nahargarh Fort Jaipur Palaces City Palace Jaipur Temples Govind Devji Temple Jaipur, Moti Doongrari & Lakshmi Narayan Temple Jaipur, Jagat Shiromani Temple Jaipur , Sun Temple at Galta Ji, Monuments Jantar Mantar Jaipur, Hawa Mahal Jaipur, Mubarak Mahal , Diwan e Khas and Diwan e Am Gardens Ram Niwas Garden Central Museum (or Albert Hall Museum) Jaipur, Zoological Garden Jaipur, Sisodia Rani Palace and Garden Jaipur, Vidyadhar Garden Jaipur Other Places to see Jal Mahal Jaipur, Royal Cenotaphs Jaipur, Statue circle Jaipur, Galta Jaipur, Ramgarh Jaipur, B.M. Birla Auditorium and Convention Centre Jaipur