Rome wasn't built in a day! The same is also true about Qutub Minar in Delhi, the capital of India. This amazing tower is a five-story brick Minar, whose construction was started in 1192 AD by Qutbu'd-Din Aibak. Iltutmush completed this monument during the time period of 1211-36 AD. Qutub or Qutb Minar is made of marble and red sandstone and is the tallest standing minar in India. Qutub Minar is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is a major tourist attraction of Delhi.
Year of Foundation – 1192 AD
Commissioned by – Qutbu'd-Din Aibak
Total Height – 72.5 meters
Base diameter – 14.32 meters
Diameter at the top – 2.75 meters
Number of stairs – 379
Listed as World Heritage Site – 1993
The purpose of its constructed is doubtful as many believe it was created to mark the victory over Delhi by Qutbu'd-Din Aibak while many others say that it was just a minaret to call for Islamic prayers. There are many tombs and ruins near the Minar belonging to different rulers and kingdoms. Other attractions around Qutub Minar are Iron Pillar, Alai Minar, Alai Darwaza and Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque.
Iron Pillar – Image by gwashley by flickr.com |
Beautiful photos!
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It's a beautiful building and amazingly well preserved for it's age. Great photos too!
ReplyDeletewonderful photos, and a gorgeous place, I imagine it is the red sandstone and marble mix that give it this luxurious colouring...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful monument! I am glad to see the structures are cared for and preserved. Great post.
ReplyDeleteNice photos of the building. Beautifully described about it.
ReplyDeleteIt's majestic. I've been there just once and have some great memories of the place.
ReplyDeleteThank you Obsessivemom! I glad you stopping here and leave nice feedback .. Hope keep visiting.
DeleteIt is indeed impressive.
ReplyDeleteROG, ABC Wednesday team
Great photos of an historical scene. QUITE impressive! Kate, ABC Team
ReplyDeleteThank you Kate!! I appreciate for your comment....
DeleteHave been there, it's a fantastic site!
ReplyDeleteVery impressive architecture !
ReplyDeleteWhat a shame, I haven't seen this yet! :(
ReplyDeleteThanks for the piece of history! There is so much I don't know and have to learn! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWil, ABCW Team
A very interesting and historical sight to see!
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures you show:) Hanne Bente
ReplyDeletei saw this on another blog just this week.
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ReplyDeleteI really like the last place. ..so neat.
ReplyDeleteYes, I have been admired with this place, very nice!
ReplyDeleteLovely places - sorry to say I never will be able to see them live...I´m afraid for flying!
ReplyDeleteSo I´m thankful for your photos!!
Thank you! I glad you stopping here and leave kind feedback... hope keep visiting..
DeleteAbsolutely beautiful, the diameters are fabulous.
ReplyDeleteHow did they build these magnificent places with out modern technology
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely tower - and so old!
ReplyDeleteWhat a tower! Really interesting!
ReplyDeleteinteresting site!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad this tower has survived. It is very beautiful. I also like your photo of the iron pillar with the arch in the background.
ReplyDeleteUnbelievable to think the Qutub Minar has been standing in this very spot for so long ET, I'm happy to see that it gets the care and attention it deserves to keep it in such wonderful condition. I can see it would be a huge draw card for tourists.
ReplyDeleteThank you PDP for your beautiful comment.. truly, Qutub Minar is a great historical architecture which listed in the prime attractions of Delhi and India..
DeleteInteresting information and great shots.
ReplyDeleteWow---what a beautiful tower… That's a lot of steps up… But just think!!! It would be easy going back down!!!! ha ha (Have you been up there???)
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Betsy
a magnificent structure and beautiful images!!
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Impressive.
ReplyDeleteImpressive architecture! Great photos!
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Oh, I love your photos!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this reminder of another astounding culture!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much all my friends!
ReplyDeleteWow.. it's mind blowing to think that this lovely structure has been standing for so long.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful pictures. Rajasthan is so colorful :)
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