Also Read: Qutub Minar row: ASI says sculptures exist within complex, but against namaz, puja at monument The popularity of Qutab Minar Qutab Minar became a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1993.

Standing at 72.5 metres, the Qutub Minar was built over 800 years ago without cranes, concrete, or bulldozers, and it is still standing tall. Name a skyscraper from today that can promise the same.

Meanwhile, the Saket Court last week adjourned the hearing for May 24, on an appeal regarding the restoration of 27 Hindu and Jain temples in the Qutub Minar complex in Mehrauli.

On December 4, 1981, the Qutub Minar grounds were packed with visitors, and as usual, the crowds gathered in front of the minar, hoping to catch a glimpse of its majestic height. By 11:00 AM ...

After the Gyanvapi mosque controversy, all eyeballs have now shifted to the construction and ownership of one of the tallest monuments of India, Qutub Minar. The Archaeological Survey of India ...

Unesco World Heritage site is an oasis of serenity and a haven for heritage lovers Standing tall for 800 years, Qutub Minar is a true icon of Delhi’s never-ending tryst with destiny. Shafaat ...

Qutub Minar row: The court was hearing a plea moved by Kunwar Mahender Dhwaj Pratap Singh, who claimed that he was an heir of the erstwhile ruler of the 'United Province of Agra' and the owner of ...

Why was Qutub Minar built? Ms Safvi says one reason could be to serve as the minaret of the mosque in the complex from where the muezzin would call the faithful to prayer. Another possible reason ...

In the middle of Delhi, not far from the iconic Qutub Minar, stands an ancient iron pillar that has puzzled scientists and historians for over 1,600 years. Despite facing harsh weather, pollution ...