Qutub Minar Delhi Tourism

Type of destination: Historical Monument

Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours

Qutub Minar is a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Mehrauli area of Delhi, India. This towering minaret stands at a height of 73 meters and is a fine example of Indo-Islamic Afghan architecture. It was constructed by Qutub-ud-Din Aibak in 1193 to celebrate Muslim dominance in Delhi after the defeat of Delhi's last Hindu ruler. Made predominantly of red sandstone and marble, Qutub Minar is part of the Qutub complex, which also houses other historically significant monuments like the Iron Pillar and the Alai Darwaza. The Minar comprises five distinct stories, each marked by a projecting balcony and tapers from a 15-meter diameter at the base to just 2.5 meters at the top. The first three storeys are made of red sandstone, while the fourth and fifth stories are of marble and sandstone. The tower is covered with intricate carvings and verses from the Qur'an. Qutub Minar is not only a key tourist attraction but also a symbol of the architectural heritage of India.

Top 5 Reviews on Qutub Minar Delhi

W_foz

Wrote on 25th Dec, 2023

top of .

I love this place, visited it for second time and was as impacting as the first. Go early in the morning and avoid the crowds. We had the place for ourselves.

achud2019

Wrote on 9th Dec, 2023

Awesome place

It was owesome . View and culture . Highly recommend this place . It was historical place . It can see lot off old construction methods.

HichamBENLAMLIH

Wrote on 3rd Dec, 2023

11th century

Tickets price are 550 rupees if you pay by card, and there are plenty of guides next to the entry that would give a tour for 300 rupees or even less if you bargain. Interesting site, construction star..

Y7212CMlindab

Wrote on 28th Nov, 2023

Interesting historical site

An interesting monument built by the Turkish invaders of India. More than just a tower and worth visitng with a guide if you can

BigIndianTours

Wrote on 24th Nov, 2023

The Qutab Minar

Qutub Minar is an architectural masterpiece, reaching a height of 73 meters and designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The ambience at Qutub Minar is both serene and historically resonant. While ..

Qutub Minar Delhi Tourism

Qutub Minar Delhi Tourism

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