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Qutab Minar

Mehrauli, New Delhi, India
As featured in Day trips from New Delhi
Ranked #4 of 102 attractions in New Delhi
4.5 of 5 stars 435 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Architectural Buildings, Religious Sites, Observation Decks/ Towers, Historic Sites
Fee: No
Description: Construction on this sandstone minaret was begun in 1192. Surrounded by other historical sites, it is the most popular monument in India.
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Dunfermline, United Kingdom
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48 helpful votes 48 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

A visit to the Qutb Complex is part of my tour of North India when staying in Delhi. The 'Minar' towers over an historic spot where Islam sultans 'arrived' in India yet there is a mixture of Islam and Hindu culture here - reflected in the architectural styles. The Qutb (Arabic for pole) is the world's highest brick minaret which,... More

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Nyon, Geneve, Switzerland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

this temple is particularly special. realy rare in this city of Delhi. many people to visit this temple every day. many people to visit this temple every day. many people to visit this temple every day. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The walls of the tower has been engraved on the Koran, as is the texture, is a beautiful building as well as high. From the guide, but previously it was able to climb the tower, , there a lots of people too having picninc and ejoying , i dont like when people litter at the mom\numet , it's there heritage... More

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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

I spent about an hour here by myself wandering around, it was not amazing, it probably won't be visited again, if you have time its worth coming and it seemed like the children around here were enjoying it... More

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Navi Mumbai, India
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

A Joy filled with lot of sorrows. Joyous when i look at it as a great structure which is in my country. Looks awesome with its crystal clear architecture and finish. A great place to visit Sorrow when i look at the remains of the old temple which was destroyed by the nasty moguls to construct the Minar. More

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Oral, Kazakhstan
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Ancient structures of this site that still stand out in their grandeur are worth seeing. Take a walk through the pillar corridor and feel the powers of the past times coming to life in your heart. Very nice place. Loved sitting on the green grass and enjoying the tranquility. More

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BAHRAIN
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

The Minar is in Mehrauli, 2 kms from the Hauz Khas flyover on the outer ring road. I will be objectice in my review narrating my experience being a native of the city and having visited the site multiple times over a period of 25 years. It' sad that all the entry fee collected over the years has not contributed... More

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Bacolod, Philippines
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

IIt has a very extraordinary Architecture. It makes me feel like I've been transported back to the time. More

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Kermanshah, Iran
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

It is beautiful and wondered me. after getting out of metro station take a riksha to there. More

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Adelaide, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This is worth the time to explore, the carvings are amazing and gives you some perspective on Delhi's amazing history More

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