Qutub Minar turns into Burj Khalifa every night. It becomes a screen for Indian culture
Qutub Minar at Night Light show: ₹ 40 for Indians. ₹600 for foreigners. Qutub Minar Show at Night starts at 7 pm Till 10 pm. in summers 6 pm in winters.
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Quick Qutub Minar Facts
Type: Monument
Status: UNESCO world heritage site
Qutub Minar Height: 72.5 meters
Qutub Minar diameter at the base: 14.32 meters (47 feet)
Qutub Minar diameter at the top: 2.75 meters (9 feet)
Qutub Minar floors: 5 storeys
Location: Kalka Das Marg, Mahrauli
Nearest Metro station to Qutub Minar: Qutub Minar Metro Station
Qutub Minar Built by: Qutub-ud-din Aibak while the additions were made by his successors Iltutmish and Firoz Shah Tughlaq
One of the most popular places to see in Delhi, Qutub Minar (Hindi: क़ुतुब मीनार, Urdu: قطب مینار) is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, presenting a glimpse into the grandeur of the past. Owing to its worldwide popularity Qutub Minar has become an integral part of every Delhi Tour.
Delhi Qutub Minar boasts of being one of the tallest minarets in the world as the height of Qutub Minar is 72.5 meters. Built in 1192 by Qutab-ud-din Aibak, it is considered to be first building, marking the arrival of Muslim rulers in the country. Although there are also a few contradicting theories on the same.
Surrounded by an appealing garden, Qutub Minar creates a sight worth remembering. Tourists also come to relax here at the garden and admiring the imposing figure of the minaret. Most of them can be seen taking photos of this stunning architecture, to remember the experience through Qutub Minar images.