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Your Location : udaipur india >> Monuments in Udaipur>>Haldighati near Udaipur Haldighati (Haldi Ghati ) in UdaipurVisit timing Haldighati udaipur Rajasthan :Morning 08:00 am to 07:00 Pm Location: Haldighati is a small village in the Aravalli Hills about 44 km north of Udaipur and about 1,839 m. above sea level. Beyond Haldighati village is Haldighati Pass, a narrow defile almost a kilometre in length, running south to northeast and finally ending in a broad plain. An interesting geographical feature of the Haldighati pass is its soft yellow soil, which when crumbled resembles the turmeric (haldi), which gives the place its name. It was here at Haldighati the great legendry battle fought between Maharana Pratap and the Mughal Emperor -Akbar on June 18 ,1576. The vast terrain that was supposedly covered with blood (the sand turned Red in colour) evokes a chill in the spine till date and envelopes a feel of nostalgia, this was the place where the heroic Chetak the gallant charger with his dedicated loyalty towards his chivalrous master (the Maharana Pratap) proved his worth by co-operating till his last breath. A 'Chhatri' with delicate white marble is dedicated both to the indomitable hero and his loyal charger, is note worthy. This battle of Haldighati is an important and memorable event in the history of India. The battle of Haldighati was the out come of the Emperor Akbar's insatiable imperial ambition . A very hot and tuff battle was fought at the pass of Haldighati. At one stage during the course of battle Pratap hand an upper had when his steed, named chetak put its fore feet at the fore head of Raja Man Singh's elephant. Rana Pratap directed his lance straight to wards Raja Man singh who luckily remained unhurt by the powerful stroke of Rana's lence. However this daring attempt both of chetak and his master pratap proved to be the most striking and fascinating scene of the whole battle. And the painter has successfully depicted this daring and immortal scene in a painting a visible source to imagine the faithfulness of chetak and the dauntless courage, chivalry and valour of its master, the exemplary freedom fighter Rana Pratap of Mewar. Haldigati is also witness of the scene of the happy reunion of two separted or departed brothers : Rana Pratap and Shakti singh.
Haldighati, Battle of (June 18, 1576), a four-hour confrontation between the Imperial forces of Mughal Emperor AKBAR and Maharana PRATAP SINGH I (1572-1597) of Mewar. Despite it being an indecisive battle - an inglorious success of sorts for the Mughals and "a glorious defeat" for Mewar - it has entered the annals as one of the kingdom's most memorable episodes. Maharana Pratap Museum HaldighatiHaldighati near udaipur in Mewar ,the land of the brave is well known not only in India but also abroad and is referred to with reverence for the benefit of tourists this museum offers a movie film on Pratap and Haldighati , Light and sound show depicting pratap's bravery ,the vow taken by Pratap ,his life in the forest ,the last meeting with Chetak ,Pratap's consultation about guerrila fight in the cave ,description of events in his life ,literature on Pratap, old arms and ammunition ,dresses and various means of communication in Mewar etc. All this has been done in a lively manner .There is a Pratap Lake in this Museum and boats are also available for tourists.The Gulakand (Rose Jam)and Sharbat made of Chety rose are famous. Annual Horse fair is organised in the fond memory of Chetak the faithfull horse of Maharana Pratap. Horses are brought here for Various types of competitions and awards are given to best performing horses. Molela (8KM from Haldighati) This small town of Molela near Haldighati is known for its terracota ware.Figurines of Hindu Gods and Goddesses are noteworthy. All sorts of bowls ,pots and crockery are made and decorated with folklore patterns. |
