The structure also includes a spiral staircase of steps. There are many other historical edifices around the minaret which, together with the main tower, form the Qutub Minar Complex.
It is widely believed that the tower, which displays early Afghan architectural style, was built taking inspiration from the Minaret of Jam in Afghanistan. Each of the five distinct stories of the minaret is adorned with a projecting balcony supported by intricately designed brackets. While the first three stories are built in pale red sandstone, the fourth one is purely made of marble, and the fifth one is a mix of marble and sandstone.
The architectural styles from the base to the top also differ, thanks to the many rulers who constructed it part by part. There are bands of inscriptions on different sections of Qutub Minar that narrate its history.
Carved verses adorn the inside of the tower. Today, this monument is a popular tourist attraction in Delhi and a part of the Qutub Minar Complex.
Qutub Festival, an annual cultural event, is held at this complex every year during the month of November-December. This three-day long festival witnesses a lively gathering and various mind-blowing performances by musicians, dancers, and artists.
The Qutub Minar complex is under the protection of the Archeological Survey of India under its Delhi circle of monuments. The Qutub Minar Complex in Delhi has myriad attractions for all the history buffs out there. The main structures in the complex include:. Now you know why this heritage monument is regarded as one of the best tourist places in Delhi along with the famous Mehrauli Archaeological Park nearby.
Architecture of the Qutub Minar It was ordered that this monument be constructed as a sign of victory and establishment of Muslim rule. Influence of the Mughal Empire A Mosque lies at the foot of Qutub Minar which is a special site in itself; a beautiful blend of Indo-Islamic architecture that showcases how the Mughal Empire influenced Indian culture.
For foreign citizens is Rs. This is an overview of the history and architecture of Qutub Minar in Delhi India — with photography of the heritage site monument.
Click through. Ryan K Biddulph December 3, Meg Jerrard December 7, Rudy December 8, Roy A. I do find it curious how so many of these structures are built upon the ruins and destruction of a competing religion… Reply. Prashan May 14, Meg Jerrard May 20, Thankyou for your comment :. Hi Meg, hope you are doing fine. There are a few misconceptions I would like to clear.
A visit which fostered the present research : In , some college students went with prof Bhatnagar to the Qutb Minar and engaged an official guide, an M. Questions and answers between our party and the govt guide are given below in brief :- Q. Victory Tower. Whose victory over whom? At Tarain near Panipat. Why is the Victory Tower at Delhi? Do not know.
If this is true, what made him choose Delhi as the site for the Victory Tower? Delhi was the capital of Qutbuddin Aibak. No Answer. Meg Jerrard June 29, Anan Samuel Swaminathan February 6, Great scientific engineering and history!!! Meg Jerrard February 6, Glad to hear you had a fabulous time! It is indeed an incredible site :.
Davood March 13, Meg Jerrard March 14, Thanks Davood, I will read up on the Slave Dynasty further :. Vikram Jeet May 4, Hi, You have written a nice post and the images are really very nice. I sometime back wrote a post about Qutub Minar. Do read it. Do let me know about it. Meg Jerrard May 5, Not now Switch profile. Not registered with myBiz yet? Signup now. In order to avail myBiz benefits, you will have to login again with your work email ID. We will redirect you to login page.
Not now Log in Not registered with myBiz yet? Holiday Packages. The chief material used is red sandstone. Four balconies separate its five storeys, and a beautiful effect is achieved in the lower three storeys which have broad carved bands of interwoven calligraphy and floral motifs. Within the minaret is a spiral stairway of steps. Inscribed below: 'Cutub Minar.
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