Govind Dev Ji Temple is located in the City Palace complex of Jaipur, Rajasthan. It is one of the most important Krishna temples in North India and lies between the Chandra Mahal and Badal Mahal within the palace grounds. The temple is easily accessible from all parts of Jaipur and is a key spiritual and tourist destination.

The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna, worshipped here as Govind Dev Ji, a royal deity of the Jaipur rulers. The idol was brought from Vrindavan to Jaipur by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in the 18th century. It is believed that the idol closely resembles the actual appearance of Lord Krishna as seen by his devotee Bajranabh, the great-grandson of Krishna, making it highly revered among devotees.

The temple follows a strict schedule with seven aartis and darshan sessions throughout the day. These include Mangala, Dhoop, Shringar, Rajbhog, Utthapan, Sandhya, and Shayan Aarti. The timings vary slightly with the seasons, but the temple generally opens around 4:30 AM and closes by 9:00 PM. Each darshan session lasts for a short time, during which devotees flock in large numbers to get a glimpse of the deity.

No, photography and mobile phone use are strictly prohibited inside the temple premises. Devotees are expected to maintain silence and respect the sanctity of the aarti and darshan times. Security staff and signage remind visitors to switch off phones and refrain from taking pictures.

The temple is best visited during major Krishna festivals such as Janmashtami, Radha Ashtami, and Holi, when special decorations and cultural events are held. However, these days are also very crowded. For a peaceful darshan, visiting on a weekday during early morning or mid-day aarti sessions is ideal. The Sharad Purnima celebration at the temple is also a significant spiritual occasion.