Galtaji Temple
Galtaji Temple
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Galtaji Temple, Jaipur A pre-historic Hindu pilgrimage site, the Galtaji Temple, is located only 10km away from Jaipur. One of the jewels of Jaipur, the temple complex encompasses natural fresh water springs and 7 holy 'kunds' or water tanks. Among these kunds, the 'Galta Kund', is the holiest one and is believed to never get dry.
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- ValenciaBonitaValencia, Spain698 contributionsIT CATCHES YOU IN THE STEP AND IT'S WORTH ITOur visit was perhaps a little peculiar because there was no one there, almost no monkeys. We walked through it from bottom to top, we found a few monks or similar, super dirty spaces for pilgrims' baths and we took spectacular photos. It is true that the buildings are in a sorry state, but in the end you come to like the whole thing, the location between mountains helps. A lot of dirt. I don't know, despite everything I recommend it, because of its curiosity and history.Visited February 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten February 26, 2024
- FHTR In RajasthanJaipur, India259 contributionsGaltaji Temple's CharmGaltaji Temple near Jaipur is history with a twist! This ancient complex carved into the Aravalli hills is like an Indiana Jones adventure coming to life. Monkeys swing from the rooftops, colourful prayer flags flutter in the breeze, and the views are simply stunning. Exploring the temples feels like stepping back in time. Intricate carvings, hidden shrines, and natural caves whisper stories of saints and pilgrims. #GaltajiTemple #JaipurMonkeyTemple #HiddenGems #QuirkyHistoryVisited February 2024Traveled with familyWritten February 29, 2024
- Lisa RManchester, United Kingdom1,226 contributionsWorth going if you’re nearby but in a state of repair and be careful around the monkeysIf you go with realistic expectations then this will be an ok trip! I’d read some good reviews and some bad, on trip advisor and Pinterest blogs. If wasn’t included on our private tour but trey made a diversion when I asked, though the tour operator advised this was an unclean place and not to engage with anyone there. Our driver assisted us to buy the tickets (about 100 rupees) and you pay an extra 50 to take a camera (this includes a phone camera), then he left us to it. Whilst this is a working temple with pilgrims going to bathe in the tanks, it looks very run down and in a state of disrepair. The bones of the place show that it was once an impressive temple and if it was restored it could be again. However, currently, there’s a lot of rubble and barbed wire and it has a desolate feel. There are several stairs up so it’s not ideal for people with mobility issues. I’d read it was very dirty and smelly but I didn’t really notice that, yes there was rubbish but there’s a lot of rubbish in India. Compared to other temples that are kept immaculate then there was a big difference but not as bad as some reviews made out (perhaps there’s been a clean up?). Our tickets were checked on the way up the steps and we chose not to enter the working temple area having been warned the priests can harass you for offerings of to feed the monkeys, so we were left alone. It’s great to see the monkeys but we kept a respectful distance as rabies is still prevalent in India currently. We’d previously had advice not to make eye contact and definitely to stay away from the babies as their mothers would be very territorial. Some of the monkeys were big and I definitely would not have wanted to upset them! But, if you leave them alone there are no issues. We saw other tourists having photos with them and feeding them but I really wouldn’t recommend this. We only spent about 45 mins there, long enough to have a wander about and take some photos. I’d say go if you have time but it’s probably not worth going out of your way for either all the sights available in Jaipur that are more geared for tourists.Visited March 2024Traveled with friendsWritten March 10, 2024
- Coastal635458515082 contributionsGaltaji temple JaipurLost site in the Jaipur countryside. Frankly dirty surroundings and place. Damage. We have a feeling of isolation, of decay and at the same time it's worth it. The magic of India…! Good to know: 2 ways to access it. Not bad to go there through the main entrance, go up to the sun temple with a view of Jaipur and go down/switch towards the city. Monkeys not aggressive at all. Not a priority visit but nice if you have time.Visited March 2024Traveled with familyWritten March 11, 2024
- Juliette CMacon, France33 contributionsTotal change of sceneryIt is one of the most exotic experiences of the trip to India. This temple a little lost in the mountain will transport you to another time. We trusted a young person who is a Guide on the spot for a few hundred rupees to thank him and pay what there is to pay. Frankly, it's to be done! Warning: monkeys are very close, and do not take pictures of women swimming. Provide closed shoes during monsoon.Visited August 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten August 17, 2024
- Valentina CSarconi, Italy5 contributionsDancing with monkeysUnique and moving experience, monkeys are unique animals, almost human! The place is extremely suggestive; The enchantment of the little ones clinging to their mothers and the milder specimens that let themselves be approached, touched and even climb on you and play with you thanks to the skillful art and the courteous kindness of their “trainer”, will remain an indelible memory and out of time impressed in our memories. Recommended absolutely!!!Visited September 2024Traveled with friendsWritten September 15, 2024
- Bushby82Llandudno, United Kingdom63 contributionsDirty but amazingThis place is run down but beautiful. We came expecting it to be dirty and run down but it is amazing. We did not have to pay to get in - it is free. No phone fees and we weren’t scammed. It was a diversion off our planned tour. It is a special experience to see a unique 400 year old site. Come with low expectations and be amazed.Visited October 2024Traveled with friendsWritten October 25, 2024
- Locococomama1,614 contributionsA blast with the monkeys!The real attraction here is the monkeys. Our driver knew one of the guys that would get the monkeys to play with us. They would jump on our shoulders and we had a great time with them. It’s rundown a bit, and not really a place I would go to see a temple per se, but having so many monkeys willing to engage with humans is very cool.Visited November 2024Traveled with familyWritten November 18, 2024
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lenakau
Lippstadt, Germany268 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
A tuk tuk driver dropped us off at the foot of the mountain and recommended that we visit this temple. The hike to the temple was beautiful. The entrance fee is 100 rupees per foreigner and they charge a flat rate of 150 rupees per camera (including cell phone cameras). When we dutifully paid the entrance fee, we were immediately intercepted by the priest, who explained something to us and then performed a blessing ceremony. At the end of this ceremony, he demanded a donation of 500 rupees per person. We did not pay this. As we then descended the stairs to the temple complex, more priests tried to lure us into their halls for a blessing ritual that was not free. At these moments, one or two tourists may feel compelled to pay here.
Even if the amounts of money are “not a lot of money” for some tourists, I would like to warn you in detail about the practices on site so that you are prepared.
The temple is very beautiful due to its location. But I have seen more beautiful temples in India.
Even if the amounts of money are “not a lot of money” for some tourists, I would like to warn you in detail about the practices on site so that you are prepared.
The temple is very beautiful due to its location. But I have seen more beautiful temples in India.

Written November 7, 2023
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devina1991
Bengaluru, India640 contributions
Feb 2023
This place is right inside the Jaipur city limits. Once inside the temple premises, one can get an impression that this place is very far away from urban city crowds. This temple is located in between the mountains and the waterbody inside the temple premises adds a lot of beauty to this place. If this place could be kept clean and maintained well, this site can be made a very popular tourist destination and will surely attract more international tourists every year.There is no entrance fee for lndian visitors except for a camera fee, but there is entrance fee and camera fee for international visitors
Written May 3, 2023
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AMZO
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Nov 2022 • Solo
If you are planning to visit Jaipur - The Pink City - be sure to visit Galta Ji too ( Monkey Temple )
It is not mentioned among the usually “8 wonders if this world” but it’s a huge mistake.
You will see a beauty you haven’t even dreamt off 💖
This place will soothed your soul and add comfort to your heart at present moment and long after leaving 🙏🏻
The buildings, temples, the whole area is a magical and mesmerising place and it’s almost as if its impossible to
comprehend .. You have to make more space in your heart and head to be able to gasp the beauty of this place.
When you leave you have a feeling of becoming bigger inside 💖🙏🏻
Rohit is a dream tour guide at location, always attentive, always wanting you to have the best memories by telling the story about and taking your pictures at the most lovely locations. He will make sure it will be your unforgettable adventure in Jaipur, Rajasthan 🙏🏻 Thank you for your spirit off generosity, your infectious love off this place, and takings care off the monkeys too.
Get a lifetime experience 💖🙏🏻 do call Rohit
+917821067919
It is not mentioned among the usually “8 wonders if this world” but it’s a huge mistake.
You will see a beauty you haven’t even dreamt off 💖
This place will soothed your soul and add comfort to your heart at present moment and long after leaving 🙏🏻
The buildings, temples, the whole area is a magical and mesmerising place and it’s almost as if its impossible to
comprehend .. You have to make more space in your heart and head to be able to gasp the beauty of this place.
When you leave you have a feeling of becoming bigger inside 💖🙏🏻
Rohit is a dream tour guide at location, always attentive, always wanting you to have the best memories by telling the story about and taking your pictures at the most lovely locations. He will make sure it will be your unforgettable adventure in Jaipur, Rajasthan 🙏🏻 Thank you for your spirit off generosity, your infectious love off this place, and takings care off the monkeys too.
Get a lifetime experience 💖🙏🏻 do call Rohit
+917821067919
Written December 9, 2022
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Cloud_Rider
Paris, France3 contributions
Jan 2024 • Friends
This place is a total scam! Shame on Jaipur tourism to advertise Galta Ji as a top rated place to visit. The whole site is in a terrible state, filthy and falling apart. The entry is far from being free and they force you to pay not only the entrance ticket, but also a cellphone fee (plus a fee to access the parking). As a visitor, you get treated like a cash machine. I would definitely not recommend.
Written February 3, 2024
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Timothy M
11 contributions
Dec 2023 • Couples
Literally the worst place we have visited in all of our travels.
IF YOU ARE A FOREIGNER, PLEASE AVOID.
All information on the Internet says that it is free entry but locals forcibly make you pay as a foreigner (we entered from Galta Gate). We tried refuting this but they got aggressive with multiple locals surrounding you.
Hindu gentlemen are aggressive inside the temple and are very forceful trying to get you to enter further into the temple (presumably at a charge).
The whole place is filthy with rubbish and rubble everywhere.
I do not comment this lightly but I will be contacting the Jaipur Tourism to raise this issue.
IF YOU ARE A FOREIGNER, PLEASE AVOID.
All information on the Internet says that it is free entry but locals forcibly make you pay as a foreigner (we entered from Galta Gate). We tried refuting this but they got aggressive with multiple locals surrounding you.
Hindu gentlemen are aggressive inside the temple and are very forceful trying to get you to enter further into the temple (presumably at a charge).
The whole place is filthy with rubbish and rubble everywhere.
I do not comment this lightly but I will be contacting the Jaipur Tourism to raise this issue.
Written December 4, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Tracey G
5 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
The temple itself was okay. A bit run-down and not as good as the photos portray it to be. Most importantly beware of scams here.
1. The drop off scam - insist your driver drop you at the ticket gate, not at a place closer to town where you have to walk 20 extra minutes in the sun up and down a steep hill (they do this to save themselves petrol money as taking you to the gate means they have to drive out of town a little way)
2. The camera scam - ensure you pay for any mobile phone you bring in. Otherwise some random person will approach you, ask to see your tickets (if you are obviously foreign) and then try to fine you INR1000. In our case we had told the ticket seller we had 2 cameras/phones, but turned out he "accidentally " only charged us for 1. We didn't pay the fine but it was a horrible experience
1. The drop off scam - insist your driver drop you at the ticket gate, not at a place closer to town where you have to walk 20 extra minutes in the sun up and down a steep hill (they do this to save themselves petrol money as taking you to the gate means they have to drive out of town a little way)
2. The camera scam - ensure you pay for any mobile phone you bring in. Otherwise some random person will approach you, ask to see your tickets (if you are obviously foreign) and then try to fine you INR1000. In our case we had told the ticket seller we had 2 cameras/phones, but turned out he "accidentally " only charged us for 1. We didn't pay the fine but it was a horrible experience
Written April 20, 2024
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Sharon C
Cambridgeshire, UK27 contributions
Feb 2020
It took us 40 odd minutes to get here: somewhere we thought was a must see. Whilst the entrance fee is small, they charge you extra for even daring to use a camera and for using the toilets. I was approached by a man after using the toilets who told me they were not free. There were no signs anywhere alluding to this and when I asked how much, he said " whatever I thought". On payment, this went straight into his pocket.
The site itself has the air of an open farm at the start. But the place has obviously been given over to the monkeys in every sense. They are everywhere. The place is filthy and litter strewn with razor wire along certain steps and there are begging bowls all over. Whilst we had experienced the litter of India, if this place is so special, then they have an odd way of showing it. The tanks had filthy, rancid water in them and I actually did not feel safe here. ( It was 5pm at our visit) We were so, so disappointed and appalled at the place that within 10 minutes tops, we were back at the car. It also seems that come the end of the day the Monkeys congregate at the way out: thank the Lord for a walking stick, when waved about the little blighters, took notice of us and stayed away!!! Yes, it is not much to get in, but they find all and every way to sting you for a bit more and it is a way out so needs a concerted effort to get here. It feels as if they think a few more Monkeys will add to the ambiance and people are flocking to see them, however, the monkeys are ruining the place, taking over and running amok.
The site itself has the air of an open farm at the start. But the place has obviously been given over to the monkeys in every sense. They are everywhere. The place is filthy and litter strewn with razor wire along certain steps and there are begging bowls all over. Whilst we had experienced the litter of India, if this place is so special, then they have an odd way of showing it. The tanks had filthy, rancid water in them and I actually did not feel safe here. ( It was 5pm at our visit) We were so, so disappointed and appalled at the place that within 10 minutes tops, we were back at the car. It also seems that come the end of the day the Monkeys congregate at the way out: thank the Lord for a walking stick, when waved about the little blighters, took notice of us and stayed away!!! Yes, it is not much to get in, but they find all and every way to sting you for a bit more and it is a way out so needs a concerted effort to get here. It feels as if they think a few more Monkeys will add to the ambiance and people are flocking to see them, however, the monkeys are ruining the place, taking over and running amok.
Written March 28, 2020
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Austinhman
3 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
If your looking for a fun time go to this temple but before you enter ask the locals for a man named Deepesh. He’s a local man that likes the nickname “Monkey Master”. And he forsure is! Deepesh made my friend and I extremely comfortable around the monkeys and within 2 mins we had monkeys climbing all over us! It made for some really fun pictures! Deepesh is just a local but he never rushed us as we took our time playing with the monkeys and taking pictures of the temple and monkeys. It has definitely been a highlight of our trip!
Written July 17, 2022
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Ryan
1 contribution
Jan 2020 • Couples
If you like monkeys and scenic temples this is the right place to come. Beware of the entry gate, they will request 50 rupees per person for taking pictures however they only ask forgeiners. I don't mind paying entry fees but it is clear from the up-keep that the entry fee does not go back into the maintenance of the temple. There was a 'holy man' that beckoned us over to perform a blessing and then asked where we were from so he knew where to pitch his price at the end of it. Please note there was no mention of a fee for the blessing beforehand and he was very insistant that we had one! Unhappy with the fee we gave he requested more, similar to another 'holy man' in this temple that sat with a tin requesting donations. Never in my life have I been to a Hindu temple where this happens, very disappointing. I hope the government takes this site over and does away with this. Again I am happy to pay fee if it lines the right pockets!
Written January 4, 2020
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Saba
New Delhi, India99 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
I have been visiting JAIPUR for as long as I can remember, but never had I once visited, Galta Ji’s temple.
To be honest, I didn’t even know there was a temple called the MONKEY temple, until my recent visit . All thanks to our friends from CROATIA who wanted my husband & I, to take them around to all the unique places in Jaipur.
For all planning a visit here, I’d say you must, because this place is a marvel, with its unique rich history behind.
My friends and I loved the experience, thoroughly.
Just make sure you visit this place before sunset as it’s not well lit, & hence walking up the stairs with monkeys around could get a little uncomfortable.
P.s : The monkeys here are used to seeing visitors around. No, they don’t attack or trouble you, just make sure you don’t look in their babies eyes as they feel threatened.
I would definitely like to mention that this place in not well kept and is in desperate need of maintenance. There’s left over of food all around the temple area, especially where the devotees feed the monkeys.
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To be honest, I didn’t even know there was a temple called the MONKEY temple, until my recent visit . All thanks to our friends from CROATIA who wanted my husband & I, to take them around to all the unique places in Jaipur.
For all planning a visit here, I’d say you must, because this place is a marvel, with its unique rich history behind.
My friends and I loved the experience, thoroughly.
Just make sure you visit this place before sunset as it’s not well lit, & hence walking up the stairs with monkeys around could get a little uncomfortable.
P.s : The monkeys here are used to seeing visitors around. No, they don’t attack or trouble you, just make sure you don’t look in their babies eyes as they feel threatened.
I would definitely like to mention that this place in not well kept and is in desperate need of maintenance. There’s left over of food all around the temple area, especially where the devotees feed the monkeys.
You can follow me on Instagram
@officialsabahossein
Written August 20, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
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Grazie
Written February 18, 2019
How hard is the walk up to this temple? Can you do part, not going right to the top?
Written August 26, 2018
Not much. There is a little straight walk and the you climb up. As long as you close it to third and final pond. It’s fine.
Written August 27, 2018
Alguien sabe hasta que hora esta abierto el templo?
muchas gracias
Written March 19, 2018
It’s open until sunset.
Written April 14, 2018
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