The grandiose structure of Qutb Minar, or Victory Tower, is located in the capital of India, Delhi. India's capital city of Delhi. Constructed of red sandstone bricks, the tower is the the tallest brick minaret in the world. Its height is 72.6 metres..
Qutb Minar was built in several phases over a period of 175 years. The idea for the construction Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the first Islamic ruler of India, in 1193 1193, who deliberately destroyed 27 Hindu and Jain temples in order to to get materials for building. But during his lifetime, only the base of the tower. the base of the tower, which was about 14 metres in diameter. And the project wasn't completed was not completed until 1368 under the ruler Firuz Shah Tughlaq.
Due to the fact that Qutb Minar was built for such a long time and under the guidance of different architects, it is possible to see the construction of Qutb Minar. different architects, it is possible to trace the changes in the architectural stylistics of the tower's tiers. The minaret has five tiers, each of which in itself is a masterpiece in itself. The entire column, from its base to its top, is covered with beautiful delicate patterns and inscriptions carved directly into the bricks.
Near the minaret itself there are several other structures, which together with it make up the Qutb-Minaret complex. which together make up the Qutb Minar complex. These are the Ala-i-minar, the oldest mosque. the oldest mosque in northern India, the Quwwat-ul-Islam, the Ala-i-Darwaza Gate, the tomb of Imam Zamin and a mysterious metal column. a mysterious metal column that defies corrosion. It is believed that if you can close your hands around it while standing with your back to it, then any any wish you make will come true.
In 1993, the Qutb Minar was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE LIST.
