Haldighati

Haldighati is a pass in the Aravalli Hills that takes its name from its yellow, turmeric-like soil. In 1576 it was the scene of the battle between Maharana Pratap of Mewar and the Mughal forces of Emperor Akbar, led by Man Singh of Amber. Pratap's smaller army could not win, but the fight became a lasting symbol of Rajput resistance.

During the battle Pratap's horse Chetak leapt a ravine to carry him clear, then died of his wounds a few hours later; a memorial, Chetak Samadhi, marks the place, with a bronze statue of the horse. A museum covers the battle and the life of Pratap, a bronze statue of him on Chetak stands before white marble columns, and a sound and light show runs in the evening. Badshahi Bagh at Khamnor, where the Mughal army camped, is also visited, and the area is known for Chaitri roses and Molela clay work.