Galta Ji Temple, Jaipur, India
About GaltaJi – Location
Galtaji is a holy pilgrimage of Rajasthan, located 10 kms away from Jaipur. 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.
Architecture of Temples in Galtaji
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.
About Galta Kund in Galtaji
There are seven tanks in all, the most pious being the Galta Kund, which is thought never to become dry. A large number of devotees take a holy bath in these tanks especially on Makar Sankranti in mid-January. These tanks are fed by Gaumukh, which is a spring arising from a rock shaped like a cow’s head.
The temple takes pride on its numerous pavilions with rounded roofs, delicately carved pillars and painted walls. Large springs and reservoirs circumvent the temple.
