Moti Magri

The Indian soil sing the tales of braviest heroes who strived hard to protect the nation, their blood deftly diluted in the ground and only souvenirs of their bravery were left that were turned into memorials. One of the memorials built to salute the brave Rajputana Hero Maharana Pratap stands stock-still on the Pearl Hill on his own land Mewar. Udaipur was addressed as Mewar in the ancient time, which was a vital part of the Rajputana dynasty. Situated on the top of a hill and the location is the best place for enjoying sunset and reciting the tales of Maharana Pratap and his favourate horse Chetak.

In 1576 the battle of Haldi Ghati was fought between the Mughal Emperor Akbar and Rajput king Maharana Pratap, when the Akbar decided to occupy the Rajput dynasty. Akbar army included 2,00,000 soldiers that overcounted the 22,000 soldiers of Maharana Pratap’s army. Inspite of the compact army Maharana Pratap fought truely, he stood to his principles and choose to fight fair when getting a chance to easily execute the Mughal army general Raja Man Singh on his jungle hunting session. The soil of Haldi Ghati turned red in colour due to the blood spilled from the soldier’s bodies. If you are planing to visit Haldi Ghati, don’t forget to notice the red-soil.

It is situated on top of a hill, near the Fateh Sagar Lake, the place offers a full bird-view of the Aravalli range and the alluring Lake.
A huge 11 feet high bronze statue weighing 7 tonnes of Maharana Pratap sitting his horse Chetak rests in the middle of the garden.There is also a Moti Magri Museum on the hill top that displays different portraits including Rani Padmavati and Meera Bai. There are some models that display the battle of Haldi Ghati and Chittorgarh Fort.
Each evening there is a Light and Sound show is held at Moti Magri.

The Moti Magri hill in Udaipur is famous for the legend of Maharana Pratap and his favourate horse Chetak, who played a necessary role in the battle of Haldighati against the Mughals. Despite getting crippled and badly wounded, valiant Chetak had saved the life of Maharana Pratap. On top of Moti Magri is situated the memorial the king built for Chetak. The hill overlooks the Fateh Sagar Lake, offering a superb view of the Aravalli range and the captivating lake. An 11-feet high statue of Maharana Pratap riding his horse Chetak stands in the middle of the garden on the top of the hill. There is also a Moti Magri Museum on the hill that offers a glance of the battle of Haldighati.

History is full with stories of courage and honour about all leaders those who were rich of material resources, but it’s impossible to find a leader like Maharana Pratap and his loyal followers who had only hardships to offer.Udaipur gives respect to the valiant king through the Maharana Pratap memorial on the top Moti Magri, the pearl hill that sits perched upon the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake. Many visitors enjoy a stroll along the small hill and catch the beauty of the city and the glorious view of the Aravalli Hills in the background.

History is full with stories of courage and honour about all leaders those who were rich of material resources, but it’s impossible to find a leader like Maharana Pratap and his loyal followers who had only hardships to offer.Udaipur gives respect to the valiant king through the Maharana Pratap memorial on the top Moti Magri, the pearl hill that sits perched upon the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake. Many visitors enjoy a stroll along the small hill and catch the beauty of the city and the glorious view of the Aravalli Hills in the background.

Maharana Pratap Singh, the “Lion of Mewar”, is a heroic figure amid Indian legends. His name is engraved with gold letters among the list of valiant kings who fought for the honour of the nation. This great Rajput King favoured to sacrifice his life than surrendering against enemies of the nation. He spare like a true valiant for freedom even under adverse. Udaipur gives tribute to Maharan Pratap Singh at Moti Magri. Maharana Pratap Memorial was found by Maharana Bhagwat Singh Mewar, which was carried over and completed with the help of a public trust. Maharana Pratap’s favourate Arab horse Chetak was his most loyal companion, and the history of Mewar associates the two together. Chetak was badly wounded through the Haldighati battle but he was known to be just as brave as his master. Chetak saved Maharana Pratap’s life through the battle despite being gravely injured, and the memorial gives a tribute to the courageous horse as well.

It is a great spot to know about the history of the great warrior that was Maharana Pratap, and the Haldighati battle that it is giving tribute to. As it is situated at the top of the hill, one could have good picturesque beauty as well as can enjoy the charming beauty of Fateh Sagar Lake.

Udaipur’s history is vast and it runs deep with all the fantastic architecture and culture of the Mewar kingdom. Mewar has seen many of great and just rulers, the most well-known of which is Maharana Pratap, the warrior who brought immense glory to Mewar. Maharana Pratap is a highly brave figure in Rajasthan, and Udaipur gives a tribute to the valiant king through the Maharana Pratap memorial on the top of Moti Magri, the pearl hill that sits perched atop the banks of Fateh Sagar Lake. The memorial shows Maharana Pratap atop his loyal horse Chetak, and even with the many big architectural marvels of Udaipur, Moti Magri manages to stand out.