What is galta?

Galta is a Hindu pilgrimage site situated in the town of Jaipur in Rajasthan, India. It is also referred to as the Monkey Temple due to the large population of monkeys living there. The site is dedicated to the Hindu deity Hanuman, the monkey god, and features several temples and water tanks. The main temple, Galta Kund, is a 7th-century temple that has several small shrines inside it. The water tanks at Galta are considered holy by Hindus, who come to take a dip in them, believing that it will cleanse them of their sins. The site is also a popular tourist attraction, with visitors coming to witness the sight of hundreds of monkeys roaming freely around the temple complex. Galta is accessible by road and is open to visitors throughout the year.