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Qutub Minar

Located in Delhi, Qutub Minar is the Tallest Brick Minaret in the World and one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India.

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Is taj mahal taller than qutub minar?

Yes. Tajmahal is 243 feet and Qutab Minar is 238 feet high.

I am not sure about the exact difference but I clearly remember our guide having specifically mentioned that the Taj was taller than the Qutab Minar. This was way back in the year 1976

Who constructed alai darwaza in qutub minar?

Alai Darwaza near Qutub Minar was built by Alauddin Khalji. He also tried to build a Minar even taller than the Qutub minar but died before it could be completed.

How many rings are there in Qutub minar what was purpose of it?

Currently rings are five it was seven earlier and it was made for Muslim priest can go closer to Allah so that he can be listened.

What is qutub minar present condition?

the qutub minar though old, but is preserved in a very well manner. going to the topmost storey is prohibited due to several attemps of suicide and some incidents of stampede. the minar bears several scars from thousands of years of survival. it is still a site to visit, in pleasant weather. it also makes the people of delhi proud by being the tallest minar of india. many sites may say that it is a rubbish monument (especially rediff.com) but believe me i have gone there and i know that if you are even a little bit interested in knowing the history of ancient india, you must go there for sure. it is still in a very good condition. god knows what the older people used when the built their buildings.

What rock was used to build Qutub Minar?

Limestone I believe

My friend Mit S., who helped build the India Gate Monument. He was chosen for his muscles and for following the Mit Life:

L- Live with girls at your service

I-nspire a passion for making love

F-ind as many good lays as you can

E-xpect girls to swarm you for love

What is the effect of acid rain on iron pillar of kutub minar?

Effect of acid rain on Iron Pillar of Qutub Minar is- When acid rain falls on the Iron Pillar the colour of Iron Pillar changes from red to black. Other factors like pollution and dust are also responsible. The government should take some strict actions on this issue.

How do you draw qutub minar with pencil?

To draw qutub minar with a pencil, you need an image of it or a real object. You must start by drawing an outline with a pencil before adding the other features.

What is the diameter of the base and the top story of Qutub Minar?

The diameter of the base is 14.3 meters wide while the top floor measures 2.7 meters in diameter.

How many stairs are there to climb to the top of Qutub Minar?

There are 399 steps to the top of the minaret. It is the tallest brick tower in India and is built of red and buff colored sandstone bricks. It was built in the 11th Century and is an UNESCO World History Site.

How old is the Qutub Minar?

Qutub Minar is the pride of Delhi. The tall minaret was constructed in 1192 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak, and later completed by his successor Iltutmish. The soaring conical tower is an exquisite example of Indo-Islamic Afghan architecture.

What is the height of Qutub Minar?

The height of the Qutab Minar is 72.5 metres or 238 ft.