Over 800 years old, and still standing! The original tower dates back to the first decade of the 13th century, and some upper floors have fallen and have been rebuilt since then.
Easily among Delhi's most spectacular monuments, it is also one of its oldest. And at 72 metres, also amongst its tallest. Built at the instructions of Qutb al din Ai Beg, this is perhaps the earliest monument ascribable to the 'islamic' rulers of Delhi.
There are still people in Delhi who have not visited the Qutab Minar, and its not because they were too caught up in the struggles of life, but just that it wasn't important enough! For people from around the world however, it remains a favourite with thousands visiting it daily.
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