Qutub Minar
Qutub Minar's construction was started by Qutub-ud-din Aibak Qutub Minar's construction was started by Qutub-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, in 1192. However, it was completed by his successor, Iltutmish, in 1220. The Qutub Minar was originally built as a victory tower to commemorate the Muslim dominance in Delhi. It was constructed using materials from dismantled Hindu and Jain temples, reflecting the assimilation of architectural styles from different religions. The height of the Qutub Minar is often stated as 73 meters (239 feet), but it has actually undergone some changes over the years due to damage and restoration work. Its original height was around 72.5 meters (237.8 feet), but the addition of a new cupola increased it to the current height. The tower has a spiral staircase that consists of 379 steps. However, public access to the staircase has been restricted since a stampede in 1981, and visitors are no longer al...