India Travel Update 
Tour to Karauli, Tour to Samode and Tour to Tonk are the integral part of breathtaking excursions in Jaipur. But, here we accentuate on 'Tour to Galta' one of the renowned places to visit as holds a special place in the never ending list of enticing excursions in Jaipur.
An impressive journey cannot be commenced unless and until we put some light on the geographical settings of the place. Galta town is a beautiful town, small in size and is regarded as a pilgrim lies about 10 km away from Jaipur. It is known for its sacred Kunds that is reservoirs. The place Galta is the sanctified land where a popular sage Galav was believed to have lived and meditated. The unforgettable temptations of Galta town are its enthralling temples such as ‘Galtaji’ situated beyond the Sisodia Rani-ka Bagh from the Agra road is tucked away in a charming ravine amid low down hills. The overall structural design of the temple is done in pink stone with an overabundance of pavilions having rounded roofs. You will be astounded to see the frescos and the pillars of temple bejeweled with superb carvings. The aficionados give their full attendance every day. Before stepping at Galta, you will encounter the artistic Balaji ka Mandir, a triple-storied building look more wonderful as made up of pink stone.
Countless followers come from different nook and corner of world to take holy dips in natural reservoirs called Kunds on their Tour to Galta. Makar Sankranti or in the freezing temperature of mid-January devotees do come to sanitize their sins. Galta Kund, the most consecrated tank never becomes dry and all the other tanks are nourished by a spring originated from the Gaumukh, a rock engraved in the cow head shape.
Last, but not the least, Tours to Galta also encompasses Surya temple of 18th century which is a result of the far-sightedness of Rao Kriparam who happened to be a noble of Sawai Jai Singh II . It has alluring frescos and imposing architecture that become the major point of acclaim among the bystanders.
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