Visit the Tallest Brick Minaret Tower Known as the Qutab Minar in New Delhi

Visit the Tallest Brick Minaret Tower Known as the Qutab Minar in New Delhi

New Delhi, the capital city of India is one of the most talked about tourist destinations in the country due to its variety of entertainment, cuisine, shopping and perhaps most importantly its historical attractions. The city, which is considered to be the eighth largest metropolis in the world, offers travellers a unique experience destined to leave nostalgic memories. Delhi is home to a plethora of world famous landmarks and attractions; some of these include the picturesque Yamuna River, the Lotus Temple, Jama Masjid (the largest mosque in India), Akshardham Temple, The North Block, India Gate, Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb and Connaught Place.

Among these fascinating attractions is one of India's most treasured attractions known as the Qutab Minar. The Minar is situated in Delhi and is currently the world's highest freestanding brick minaret tower that stands tall at a height of 72.5 metres. The foundation stone for the Qutab Minar was laid in the year 1199 AD and it was established as a victory tower in the year 1303 AD. The breathtaking tower, the highest in New Delhi is made up of red sandstone and carved stone. In the vicinity where the captivating Qutab Minar is situated, there are also a number of other ancient structures and ruins. Some of these ruins include the Iron Pillar (the pillar is situated at the courtyards complex), the Tomb of IItutmish and the Quwwatu'l-Islam Masjid Mosque.

Travellers to the premises of the Qutab Minar can explore its interesting features such as the inscriptions carved on the tower walls. These scriptures are verses taken from the Holy Quran. Amidst these carvings visitors can also explore the city known as "Siri". What is more, the Qutab Minar area is home to the tombs of Zafar Mahal, Jamali-Kamali and Adham Khan who are revered individuals in the country. The tower that took twenty years to complete stands today as one of the country's oldest structures and among its most visited attractions.

The Qutab Minar to this day serves as a sanctuary that allows Islamic devotees to perform and practice traditional rituals. Travellers looking for a New Delhi hotel that offers executive accommodations can look forward to a stay at the luxurious Shangri-La's Eros Hotel, New Delhi. This hotel in Delhi offers guests with abundant facilities, breathtaking views and hospitable service for a pleasurable stay.

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