A soaring 73-meter minaret of red sandstone and marble, Qutub Minar is the world's tallest brick minaret and the centerpiece of the Qutb complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 12th century by Qutb ud-Din Aibak to mark the beginning of Muslim rule in India, the complex also contains the Quwwat ul-Islam mosque and the enigmatic Iron Pillar that has resisted corrosion for 1,600 years.
| Admission | Adult $3.50 (₹300) · Child $0.50 (₹35) |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily sunrise to sunset (approx 7AM-5PM) |
| Typical visit | 1.5-2 hours |
| Best time | morning |
| Address | Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030 |
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- history buffs, photographers, architecture lovers
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Location
Mehrauli, New Delhi 110030
28.5245, 77.1855 View on map
Tips for visiting
- Combine with Mehrauli Archaeological Park nearby
- Carry water as there is little shade
- Photography inside the minaret is not permitted