Galtaji Temple is also considered an ancient and sacred Hindu pilgrim place of rajasthan. Temple history – The 18th century Galtaji temple complex was built by Diwan Rao Kriparam, a Jaipur courtier. The temple is of great religious importance and is considered an Acharya Peetham—literally the Holy Throne of the Supreme.

Situated among the rugged Aravalli hills, Galtaji – the Monkey Temple as it is commonly called, is a sensational contrast of spiritual calm and vibrant natural beauty. Located near the Sisodia Rani-ka-Bagh, the temple has strong ties to Sage Galava, who is said to have undergone tapas (asceticism) here. Over the years it became a place of pilgrimage for thousands of devotees of Lord krishna especially the ramanandi vaishnava lineage.