Monkey Temple
Monkey Temple
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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MTischendorf
12 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
The place is pretty run down with lots of garbage lying around. Nevertheless it's worth a visit. Scenery is nice, and the Monkeys are friendly as long as you don't get too close to them. Priests will try to get a donation from you. Entry fee is currently 250 Rupees including photography. A sunset spot with a great view over Jaipur is nearby (15 minutes walk).
Written October 19, 2022
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markeric
London, UK147 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We nearly didn’t visit this place during our stay in Jaipur as the reviews were mixed, but very glad we went.
Our driver dropped us at the monkey gate, not at the temple itself. So we had long walk up the hill surrounded by monkeys, saw the 6 legged cow, (yes really!!), visited the sun temple with great views of the city and then walked down to the Monkey temple itself, which is fairly modest, but worth a picture or two.
We then paid 200 rupees to be driven by motor bike back up and down to our taxi, very bumpy ride!
We really enjoyed it and had a guide with us who we met as we parked our taxi, and he was worth the money. We dont normally use guides and it wasn’t essential here, but worked for us. The monkeys were really cute and yes it’s not the cleanest of places but feels really authentic. Wasn’t busy either.
Wouldn’t be easy if you have bad mobility.
Our driver dropped us at the monkey gate, not at the temple itself. So we had long walk up the hill surrounded by monkeys, saw the 6 legged cow, (yes really!!), visited the sun temple with great views of the city and then walked down to the Monkey temple itself, which is fairly modest, but worth a picture or two.
We then paid 200 rupees to be driven by motor bike back up and down to our taxi, very bumpy ride!
We really enjoyed it and had a guide with us who we met as we parked our taxi, and he was worth the money. We dont normally use guides and it wasn’t essential here, but worked for us. The monkeys were really cute and yes it’s not the cleanest of places but feels really authentic. Wasn’t busy either.
Wouldn’t be easy if you have bad mobility.
Written January 21, 2020
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Asteri N
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Feb 2020 • Friends
The monkey temple is worth visiting as it is hidden in the hills and being abandoned give a charm to the place. We saw monkeys but not so many as the locals claim. Our tuktuk driver told us that it was free of charge and in the entrance we had to pay 100 reps or 150 rps if you want to use your camera (!). The place was very dirty and not taking care of, so I don't see what the entrance was for. We believe it is a scam and so agreed our driver. It's up to you but if there is time visit it, there is also a small temple called sun temple with a view of the city in the way.
Written February 13, 2020
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Joe
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Jan 2023 • Friends
We saw lots of good reviews about this temple, however the best bit was the views walking to the temple. It’s one of the dirtiest landmarks I have seen in India and despite it saying it was free entry online it cost to go when there is very little to see. If you want to see a monkey there’s more on your walk to the temple than in it, but there’s plenty of monkeys around India anyway. If you’re in this area I wouldn’t go past the viewpoint to look over the city.
Written February 6, 2023
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Tha B
Kingsgrove, Australia88 contributions
Jan 2020
I’m not kidding. Don’t feed them cause they will overpower, and fight over you. Went around 1pm. On entry you could hear visitors screaming. A 10 year old (ish) child was tormenting the monkeys with food got literally tackled by one. The parents weren’t nearby and had to pull the monkey off the child. They quickly left. There were beggars inside (they looked like) and one of their infants was walking away from the group. The infant was quickly dragged by the neck by the monkeys teeth. I thought perhaps bitten but the mother quickly ran after the child nonchalantly laughing it off.
I never went to the top platform only made it up to the first stairs as we were highly watched and outnumbered by the monkeys. Stay with a group. I found a group but we were being circled. I found no garbage nor sick monkeys unlike the other reviews.
This is a real review. Please be careful and don’t carry any food with you AND make sure you have return transportation cause Ola won’t come and get you. Drivers kept cancelling on me and the signal was very weak. 50 rupees to take pictures which is ridiculous. Monkeys climb up your legs and swing off your bag. I would recommend the monkey man. I saw him with a tour group. He at least keeps you safe and has a way to control the monkeys.
I never went to the top platform only made it up to the first stairs as we were highly watched and outnumbered by the monkeys. Stay with a group. I found a group but we were being circled. I found no garbage nor sick monkeys unlike the other reviews.
This is a real review. Please be careful and don’t carry any food with you AND make sure you have return transportation cause Ola won’t come and get you. Drivers kept cancelling on me and the signal was very weak. 50 rupees to take pictures which is ridiculous. Monkeys climb up your legs and swing off your bag. I would recommend the monkey man. I saw him with a tour group. He at least keeps you safe and has a way to control the monkeys.
Written January 27, 2020
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Anusha_Rahul
Southend-on-Sea, UK164 contributions
Mar 2019
A beauktiful place to sit and relax with family in the laps of Galta Ghati and amongst a beautiful temple premises. It is on the Delhi Jaipur Highway. You would witness a lot of monkey around and thats not a brainer to guess. So keep calm, like literally calm. Do not get excited or panicked because then you would panic the monkeys there. They love being around however if your tease/ shout or fiddle with them they would not be so nice. We were able to enjoy every bit of it.
You should be aware that there is a fees to carry your camera if you are carrying one. Have fun
You should be aware that there is a fees to carry your camera if you are carrying one. Have fun
Written February 28, 2020
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Federico
Paris, France13 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
A genuinely beautiful place: the experience of walking through the temple while be surrounded by monkeys is absolutely unique.
Strongly recommend to climb up the hill to the Sun Temple for a breath-taking view of Jaipur from above.
Sadly, the entire site is heavily polluted, which is a pity considering how beautiful it is.
Strongly recommend to climb up the hill to the Sun Temple for a breath-taking view of Jaipur from above.
Sadly, the entire site is heavily polluted, which is a pity considering how beautiful it is.
Written October 20, 2022
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Annamaria N
Bristol, UK49 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
One of the most intriguing places to visit in Jaipur, and it's highly recommended to have a monkey master as a guide.
Luckily for us, as soon as the tuk tuk dropped us at the bottom of the road leading to the temple, we found Sonnu. Really friendly guy, with a lot of knowledge and passion for the monkeys. He took us on his bike all the way up to the place, telling us about the history behind it and helping us feeding the monkeys.
I was a bit scared by the monkeys but he made me overcome my fears (see pics). We highly recommend him. He can be contacted at +91 6378346260
Luckily for us, as soon as the tuk tuk dropped us at the bottom of the road leading to the temple, we found Sonnu. Really friendly guy, with a lot of knowledge and passion for the monkeys. He took us on his bike all the way up to the place, telling us about the history behind it and helping us feeding the monkeys.
I was a bit scared by the monkeys but he made me overcome my fears (see pics). We highly recommend him. He can be contacted at +91 6378346260
Written March 14, 2023
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Lauren M
5 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
We had a great trip to the monkey temple but a “monkey master” is a must have. We were very intimidated at first but having a local guide who can teach you how to act and show the proper respect to the monkeys made it all worth while. He also protected us from the beggars inside.
The walk up is a bit hard but a lot of fun. There are motor bike drivers willing to bring you if needed. The site is rather dirty and in bad condition but if you like monkeys you will enjoy. Just don’t forget to bring your guide, as he warned us that tourists have been attacked there in the past.
The walk up is a bit hard but a lot of fun. There are motor bike drivers willing to bring you if needed. The site is rather dirty and in bad condition but if you like monkeys you will enjoy. Just don’t forget to bring your guide, as he warned us that tourists have been attacked there in the past.
Written February 15, 2023
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Lidia B
41 contributions
Feb 2020
The Galta Ji Monkey Temple in Jaipur is a place where you can feel the real silence. The monkeys are very sociable. You can easily feed them and watch how they manage during feeding. There are a lot of monkeys in the temples themselves, but just go lower to see the whole view of the city from one side and meet the little creatures. The complex of temples causes that man begins to contemplate the surrounding beauty in silence.
Written April 13, 2020
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Viajando
Madrid, Spain109 contributions
These pictures are not THE MONKEY TEMPLE -GALTAJI-.that is in the city. The pictures are KHOLE KE HANUMAN JI TEMPLE. This temple is about 10km. from Jaipur.
Viajando
Madrid, Spain109 contributions
These pictures are not THE MONKEY TEMPLE -GALTAJI-.that is in the city. The pictures are KHOLE KE HANUMAN JI TEMPLE. This temple is about 10km. from Jaipur.
charu007
Mumbai, India4 contributions
I am visiting jaipur and will be visiting galta ji temple for worship. Is it mandatory to take a dip in the kund there?
Hacohen J
Ashdod, Israel97 contributions
Not at all necessary. The water is super dirty. It is considered to be holy water by the localities. but if you like to enjoy from the view , take a room in the hotel which is on the water
rich m
dublin20 contributions
Staff are quite persistent in asking for money the whole way just ignore them and pass it off, monkeys do jump on you, long walk but not too bad, don't bother takingmoff,your shoes , monkeys can be violent towards each other , ppl just looking for Money. 3/10
ljz53
Vancouver286 contributions
Not sure what the question is? The answer above is quite accurate. There are a number of temples within the complex and they do want to lure you in for a donation. There is also a sign indicating a small charge for taking photographs. The walk is not very long but it does go up a relatively steep set of stairs. Guard your belongings if they have any sort of edible or attractive item as the monkeys are not shy
Michele O
West Palm Beach, FL3 contributions
I will be visiting Jaipur in January & staying at the Four Points Sheraton. I would like to visit Galtaji, but only have one free afternoon. Can I hire a driver to take me from the hotel to the temple or is there a tour company that offers half-day tours? Is half a day enough time to visit the temple? I appreciate any advice. Thanks.
bryn222
ottawa41 contributions
We took a tuk tuk up to the temple you only need about an hour to look around get the tuk tuk driver to wait he will don't worry. you will need a bit of money to buy some peanuts for the monkeys and beware they will grab the bag right out of your hand, be sure to check out the upper pool when your there, and watch for peacocks on the road up to the temple. have a great time
brittaneyshade
Philadelphia, PA6 contributions
Hello! What is the best way to arrive at the temple? Tuk Tuk? Will drivers know where 'Monkey Temple' is? Thank you!!!
Semlohjd
41 contributions
Drivers know where the temple is and the right time to go ( we used a taxi towards the end of our day ... )It was the taxi drivers suggestion. He also advised getting there towards dusk. The monkeys are active then and we also saw them being fed.
The taxi driver parked at the bottom of the hill and we strolled up to the temple and back down before dusk.
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