Galta Temple |
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Located about 10 kms from Jaipur, Galta is a holy pilgrimage
centre, having a temple dedicated to Sun God. This temple is only one of
its kind in this part of the country. Dotting the serene green landscape, beyond the gardens, is situated the astounding Sun Temple. The small Sun Temple, built by Diwan Kriparam on the top of the highest peak is visible from any spot in Jaipur. This old pilgrim centre stands amidst the low hills, guarding the city. To the east of Jaipur, the Galta Temple is 2.5 kms climb from Surajpol. The Galta Temple is financially supported by the Birla family. It's an old place of pilgrimage, lying at the bottom of some hills in a lush landscape of trees and bushes. A deep temple-filled gorge stands behind the temple and there are good views over the surrounding plain. Entering the complex, there is one temple at the left and one at the right. The temple reverberates with the heavy noise of drums and bells. Behind a fence, there are three holy tanks -called as 'kunds', situated on top of each other. At the side of the pools, there's a staircase leading to the upper pool. In earlier days, men and women had separate pools to swim, but with the passage of time, the same pool is used by both men and women. The first pool was only for men, the second only for women, the third one for the holy monkeys. The temple is dedicated the God of Apes, Shri Hanuman. The place also has a number of natural springs. It crests the ridge over a picturesque gorge and provides an impressive view of the city. As the legend goes, sage Galina performed a difficult penance here. |
Significance of Galta TempleFresh Water Springs. |
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Location Jaipur, Rajasthan. |
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Unique Features Pavalion Of Temples India
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Prime Attractions of Jaipur |
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Jaipur's signature building, the Hawa Mahal, a multi
layered palace, was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II. Famous for
it's beehive like structure, the Mahal is an interplay of red and pink
sand stone, carefully and painstakingly outlined with white borders and
motifs. more.. |
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Overlooking the Delhi Jaipur Highway, the image of the
Amber Fort is beautifully reflected in the lake below. Within the Fort
lies the famous Jai Mandir (Temple) with its world renowned Sheesh
Mahal, a hall full of Mirrors. more.. |
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The Jal Mahal Palace, Jaipur is noted for its intricate
architecture. The Palace was developed as a pleasure spot. It was used
for the royal duck shooting parties. more.. |
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At the entrance to the City Palace is Jantar Mantar,
the 'Yantralaya' of Sawai Jai Singh II, the last great classical
astronomer in India. The modernistic structures known as 'Yantras' are
the unique creations of this astronomer-king designed by him and built
by experts to observe the movements of sun, moon, planets and the stars.
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Govt. Central Museum Located in the centre
of the sprawling Ram Niwas Bagh, this is the oldest Museum in the State.
The building was designed by Colonel Sir Swinton Jacob. It was built in
1876 AD when King Edward VII visited India as the Prince of Wales. It
was opened to public in 1886 AD. |
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Nahargarh Fort Beyond the hills of Jaigarh,
stands the fort of Nahargarh like a watchful sentinel guarding Sawai Jai
Singh's beautiful capital. |
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Sawai Man Singh Museum Located within the
City Palace complex and nestled amidst old buildings, temples and the
palace quarters, this museum was founded in 1959 by Maharaja Sawai Man
Singh II. The exhibits comprise of the ancestral collections built up by
the successive rulers of Amer and Jaipur. |
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Sheetla Mata Fair The Sheetla Mata Fair is
held in March-April, the month of Chaitra, in village Seel-Ki-Doongri,
Jaipur. Doongri is a hillock on top of which the shrine of Sheetla Mata
stands. The fair is held in her honour every year and attracts hordes of
visitors from far and wide.
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