Qutub Minar is the World’s Tallest Brick Minaret in old Delhi, India. Qutb Complex, which consists of Qutab Minar and surrounding ancient and medieval monuments, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The minar (tower) is constructed using red sandstone and marble. Qutub Minar is known by different names liles Qutb Minar, Qutab Minar, Kutub Minar. Kutuminar

The Ghorid Dynasty rulers built Qutub Minar, for which the work was started in 1200 AD by Qutb al-Din Aibak, who founded the Delhi Sultanate. In 1220. his successor, Iltutmish, added three more floors to the tower. The top story was destroyed completely in lighting in 1368. After that, two floors each were added to the Qutb Minar. In 1803, a major earthquake damaged the Qutab Minar seriously. Renovation works were carried out in 1828 by the British Indian Army, and they installed a cupola or dome on the top of the tower.

There are verses from the Quran in the Qutub Tower or kutuminar. There are inscriptions in the Qutub tower, which reveal the history of the tower, repair works carried out, etc.

Ancient and Medieval Monuments Inside the Qutub Minar Complex

Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque on the north side of the tower was built in 1192, and it still exists. The iron pillar of Delhi, a 7-meter or 23-foot rust-resistant Iron column weighing over 5000 kilograms, is inside the complex. It is believed to have been made in 402 CE and installed at the current site in 1233 CE. Alai Gate and the incomplete Alai Minar are also inside the complex. There is also the Tomb of Iltutmish inside the Qutub complex.

How Do I Go to Qutub Minar?

Qutab Minar is situated in the capital of India, Delhi. The nearest Delhi Metro railway station is Qutb Minar station, on the Qutab Minar – HUDA City Center Yellow line. Delhi is well connected to all parts of India and the rest of the world.

Entry Restrictions at Qutub Minar

In 1981, 45 people were killed due to a stampede resulting from a power failure. Subsequently, Public entry inside the tower was banned. You can still go inside the complex. You can go near the tower and other historic sites inside the Qutub Minar complex.

Bus Pass in Delhi

Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) issues different bus passes like Daily pass, Weekly pass, Fortnightly pass, Monthly pass, etc. You can check the rates and other information on the Delhi Transport Corporation website.