Qutub Minar

Built in the early 13th century a few kilometres south of Delhi, the red sandstone tower of Qutb Minar is 72.5 m high, tapering from 2.75 m in diameter at its peak to 14.32 m at its base, and alternating angular and rounded flutings.

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    whc.unesco.org/en/list/233

  • Type

    Monument

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Lado Sarai New Delhi 110030 Delhi India

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HISTORY TV18

Qutub Minar , is the tallest minaret in India . It is made of red sandstone and marble and has a height of 72.5 metres. It is surrounded by several other ancient and medieval structures and ruins.

HISTORY TV18

Qutub Minar is the tallest minar in India, originally an ancient Islamic Monument , inscribed with Arabic inscriptions. The tower has 379 stairs, is 72.5 mts high, and has a base diameter of 14.3 mts.

Kapil Kawatra

Qutub Minar has a Decorative Light Show every evening from 6:30 to 8pm as well as the Qutub Minar Festival in October/November

ITC Hotels

Built in 1193 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak,73 m-high tower of victory, Constructed with red sandstone and marble , UNESCO World Heritage Site ,connected with Delhi Metro ,open all days.

Chetu19

First monument visited in delhi. 10 bucks ticket to view the historical monument . Ticket counter is right opposite to it.

Nikhil Chandra

A must visit place in Delhi, My tip would be to visit this place on Monday and do take some time out to explore Mehrauli Archaeological Park adject to Qutub Minar Complex.

Ali

Much more interesting than what could be thought! Don't miss this area. There is not just a Minar, but an ancient area around it

Giacson

Don’t panic when u see the line for the ticket...there’s a booth on the right only for foreigners (a bit racist but helpful).inside it’s just beautiful and a must see destination in Delhi

Aman Bajaj

Cleanliness appreciated! Amazing, just amazing place. A really great place, if you wanna get a portfolio shoot done!

Mel Helama

It's 250 rupees for foreigners and 10 rupees for indians, that's not nice, but it's totally worth it! Come early as it gets very crowded .

Vadud Safa

Temple built during the reign of Mughals in india. Particularly fascinating for those who are into historic places. Also nice views for photo-taking.

Mina Naaz

Qutub Minar is the tallest brick Minar, almost 73m high not only in India but also in the entire world. This is a beautiful representation of Indo Islamic architecture .

parmiss ehteshami

The most beautiful landmark in delhi! It's eye catching in daylight and mysterious at night! You can find thousands of pegeons and parrots chilling on it!

Samith Ahmed

Its apparently the first mosque built in north India. However India had it's first mosque built in kerala during the lifetime of the Prophet and it was built with support from the chera king

iMondo 

The details in every structure is amazing!

HISTORY TV18

Qutub Minar is the tallest minaret in India . It is made of red sandstone and marble and has 379 stairs. It is 72.5 metres (237.8 ft) high and has a base diameter of 14.3 metres.

Gondel Mendol

Beautiful landmark of India. Very well maintained. Also very accessible. Come here early, otherwise stuck with all tourist .

MELUHA™

The Qutub Minar is constructed with red sandstone and marble , and is the tallest minaret in India , with a height of 72.5 metres (237.8 ft).

Gustavo Sperandio Fernandes

Beautiful place, but you might need a guide or a local friend

Arun Rajan

Make sure u buy ur tickets before walking towards the entrance...Ticket counter is opp the entrance.. Also ull have to deposit ur bag at the cloak room.

vasundhara bahuguna

Good to visit either just after sunrise or before sunset . Good to walk around and explore on your own.

Arvind Das

Beautiful Minar built by Delhi sultan Qutubuddin Aibak and completed by his successor Iltutmish. The minar is accompanied by many other monuments of note.

Nathan J.

It's a long rickshaw ride from the city center to here but it is definitely worth it. Rickshaws go a little slow so you can also take the Metro

anantkoti

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Kirti Khurana

Dramz, totally worth it. What a vibe.

Rita Sharma

Beautiful Place and the best part is its very close to my office www.facebook.com/sanrohcreations

A E

Simply amazing the impact islam had on architecture not just in India but globally

Ashish Jain

A place of couples hideout, PDA, Photographic monument , hangout with friends. Come & explore, what you can do here..Tip by ~OddLens.com

Sheikh Nuruzzaman

Good place to spend some time and check out the 900 years old brick constructions !

Mohamed Siddeeq

Outstanding architecture

Chet Mancini

Impressive monument . One of the better archeological sites in Delhi.

Swayam Prakash Dash

One of the best places to visit, both for its grandeur and serenity, a must place if you are visiting delhi.

Harry van den Bergh

Impressive to see how they constructed the minaret with the red sandstone.

Don Chowan

Great spot to check out

Alex AlElAxal

Impressive history!

Viriato Barreto

The bogs Minar from india

The Oberoi, New Delhi

At the foot of the tower is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque , the first mosque to be built in India.

Nathan J.

Visit in summer, and you might as well die if you don't bring enough water.

Social News Network

The main reason to visit this landmark is for its historic significance. Otherwise, the people who work here, especially in security check-in, are rather suspicious of foreigners . Bad experience.

Mahafreed Irani

Visit in the evening. Without any shade, it becomes difficult to enjoy the monument .

Simon Tan

There's a foreigners only line for faster entry and exit!

Simon Tan

Make sure to use the foreigner 's line

Shriram TS

That's what represents Delhi. One of the legendary architectures .

Ritudhwaj

Make sure to visit before the sun shines too hard on you head.

Vishal Sagar

Rs 15/- shared auto from metro station . Rs 10/- $5/- entry fee.

Nasrin Murad

Beautiful Architecture Mogul site

Sandeep Gupta

Top rated ancient history of India Super like.

Mega Meetei

Good Architechture of ancient India. Nice place

suhas katti

Worth a visit !! suhas katti

Eric Lau

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