Qutab-ud-din Aibak built the Qutab Minar in AD 1193 to commemorate the defeat of Delhi’s last Hindu kingdom.
This 73m (24ft) tall ‘Tower of Victory” is a major tourist attraction in Delhi.
Qutab complex with a number of attractions like the Iron Pillar, Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, Imam Zamin’s Tomb, Alai Darwaza, Alauddin’s Tomb & Madrasa, Iltumish’s Tomb, Alai Minar, Smith’s Folly etc is a USESCO World Heritage Site.
Quick Tips:<br />Distance: Qutab Minar Metro Station (2km) ; New Delhi Railway Station (15km)<br />Open on all days sunrise to sunset.<br />Entrance Fee: Rs10 (Indian) ; Rs250 (Foreigner). See also ASI Entry Fees<br />Photography : Free<br />Video graphy: Rs 25
Qutab Minar is the the tallest stone built minaret in India
Qutab Minar, the 73m (24ft) tall ‘Tower of Victory” is a major tourist attraction in Delhi.
Qutab-ud-din Aibak built the Qutab Minar in AD 1193 to commemorate the defeat of Delhi's last Hindu kingdom. This 73m (24ft) tall 'Tower of Victory" is a major tourist attraction in Delhi.
Outerwall of Qutub Minar
Alternating circular and rectangular outer wall structure made of red sandstone
Qutab Minar, the 73m (24ft) tall ‘Tower of Victory” is a major tourist attraction in Delhi.
Qutab-ud-din Aibak built the Qutab Minar in AD 1193 to commemorate the defeat of Delhi's last Hindu kingdom. This 73m (24ft) tall 'Tower of Victory" is a major tourist attraction in Delhi.
