The Qutb Minar is the world's tallest brick minaret at 72.5 metres (238 ft), rising dramatically from the plains of South Delhi, India. Built in 1193 CE by Qutb ud-Din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, this magnificent tower of red sandstone and marble is a masterpiece of early Indo-Islamic architecture. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993, the Qutb Minar complex also includes the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque — the first mosque built in India after the Islamic conquest — the famous Iron Pillar of Delhi, a 7-metre column of rust-free iron dating to the 4th century CE, and the Tomb of Iltutmish. This immersive 360° virtual tour lets you explore the entire complex from your browser, completely free.
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