History of Qutub Minar
Qutub Minar, Delhi ke sabse famous historical monuments me se ek hai. Iska construction 1192 AD me Qutub-ud-din Aibak ne shuru kiya tha, jo Delhi Sultanate ke pehle ruler the. Lekin unhone sirf pehli floor banayi thi.
Baad me unke successor Iltutmish ne teen aur floors add kiye, aur finally Firoz Shah Tughlaq ne last (fifth) floor banayi.
Qutub Minar ek victory tower ke roop me banaya gaya tha — symbol of Muslim rule in India after defeating last Hindu kingdom of Delhi.
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🌍 Geographical Location
• Location: Mehrauli, South Delhi, India
• Coordinates: 28.5244° N, 77.1855° E
• Complex Name: Qutub Complex (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)
• Nearby Attractions: Iron Pillar, Alai Darwaza, Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, Alai Minar
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🏗️ Architecture and Structure
• Height: 72.5 meters (238 feet)
• Diameter: Base – 14.3 m, Top – 2.7 m
• Material Used: Red sandstone and marble
• Style: Indo-Islamic Architecture
Qutub Minar me five storeys hain, har floor par balcony bani hai. Minar par Arabic aur Nagari inscriptions likhe gaye hain jisme Quranic verses aur historical details mention hain.
Qutub Minar ke paas Quwwat-ul-Islam Masjid hai, jo India ki pehli mosque mani jati hai.
Aur usi complex me ek Iron Pillar bhi hai jo 1600 saal purana hai — ye special iron se bana hai jo kabhi rust nahi hota!
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🕰️ Timings and Entry
• Opening Time: 7:00 AM
• Closing Time: 5:00 PM
• Open: All days
• Entry Fee:
• Indians – ₹40
• Foreigners – ₹600
• Children below 15 – Free
(You can skip mentioning the entry fee on your Budget Darshan website if you prefer only historical info.)
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🌅 Best Time to Visit
• October to March: Weather pleasant hota hai sightseeing ke liye.
• Morning or Evening: Golden light me photos bahut ache aate hain 📸
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🚗 How to Reach
• Nearest Metro Station: Qutub Minar Metro Station (Yellow Line)
• By Road: Easily accessible from all parts of Delhi
• By Air: 12 km from Indira Gandhi International Airport
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🍴 Nearby Attractions
1. Mehrauli Archaeological Park
2. Hauz Khas Village (for cafes & nightlife)
3. Garden of Five Senses
4. Saket Malls
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💡 Interesting Facts
1. Qutub Minar is the tallest brick minaret in the world 🌍.
2. It slightly tilts to one side — scientists believe it’s due to centuries of weathering.
3. Iron Pillar near Qutub Minar has not rusted for over 1600 years — a mystery for metallurgists!
4. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993.
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🕊️ Symbol of Delhi’s Heritage
Qutub Minar ek symbol hai Delhi ke glorious past ka — Hindu aur Islamic architecture ka ek unique combination.
Yahan ki carvings aur calligraphy aaj bhi ek artistic masterpiece hain.
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Short Summary (for caption or post use):
“Standing tall since the 12th century, Qutub Minar tells the story of Delhi’s ancient glory. The red sandstone tower is a must-visit heritage site that connects you to India’s royal past.” 🇮🇳✨