The tall and ever attractive monument of Delhi which can be seen from most parts of the city is called the Qutab Minar. Every body has the same question when one sees the structure for the first time. The question that is often being put up is "Why the monument is that big?" or "Was there any specific reason to build such a tall building or it was just a wish of the person who built it?" Well, the exact reason is assumed to have something related to commemorating the victory. Mughals used to build victory towers to proclaim and celebrate victories. Some say the minaret was used to offer prayer but it is so tall that you can hear the person standing on the top. Also, the minaret is not joined on to Qutuddin's mosque and the Iltutmish's mosque. Qutab Minar is among the tallest and famous towers in the world. The minaret is 234 feet high and the highest individual tower in the world. Other towers in the world are the Great Pagoda in Pekin, China and the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy but these towers are not as high as the Qutab Minar in Delhi. According to history books, the minar was started by Prithviraj or his uncle Vigraharaja who won Delhi from the Tomar Rajputs. However, it is assumed and historians believe that Qutubuddib and Iltutmish finished it though the minar may have been commenced by Prithviraj or Vigraharaja. The minar was completed in 1200 A.D and since then the tall structure has been there upright and ever beautiful keeping an eye to Delhi just like a sentry. When Alauddin returned from the wars in the Deccan, he had this thought in mind that he would build a victory tower somewhat similar to the Qutab Minar. The ruins of this very initiative can be seen adjacent to the Qutbuddin's mosque because Alauddin died at the very start of the construction work and no one carried on to finish the initiative taken by Alauddin.

RED FORT
Also called Lal Quila, it is located in the walled city of Old Delhi by the banks of river Yamuna. This stunning piece of Mughal architecture was built by Shah Jahan during 1638-1648. Built using red sandstone, its walls extends a length of 2.4 Kms and a height varying from 18 meters to 33 meters. This is also a place where priceless antiques, fake ivory jewellery, paintings and skillfully woven carpets are sold to the tourists. In the central part of the Lal Kila fort is Nauba Khana (Drum House) where musicians of the emperor used to play for the royal household. The arrival of the princes and the royal family is also heralded from here. Mogul architecture can be seen inside the fort here.
Other attractions in the fort complex include:
Rang Mahal (Palace of Colours) which is a lotus-shaped fountain made out of a single piece of marble and was used as living quarters for emperor's wives and mistresses.
Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque): Built by Aurangzeb.
Shahi Burj : Shah Jahan's private working area.
Diwan-I-Am (Hall of Public Audience): The hall where emperor used to sit and hear the complaints of common folks.
Sheesh Mahal and Khas Mahal are also special attractions in the fort complex.
Every year on August 15th, the day of Indian Independence, the Prime Minister of India would address the nation from the Red Fort. Another attraction of the Red Fort (Lal Killa) is the Sound and Light Show which is a 62 minute audio visual spectacular showcasing the history of Delhi and that of the fort. Tourists as well as locals usually come to this place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and enjoy an evening in the serene atmosphere of the plush green lawns inside the walls of the fort.

HUMAYUN’S TOMB

The tomb was built in the memory of Humayun by his Persian widow Haji Begum who planned the architecture of the tomb after consulting with one of the most notable architects of her homeland, Mirak Mirza Ghiyuath. The architecture, which showcases a very prominent influence of the Persian style of architecture, is credited to be the first and the most important architectural endeavor of the reign of Emperor Akbar, often regarded to be the greatest of all the Mughal emperors. One of the most important factors that have added to the claim to fame of the Humayun’s Tomb is the fact that the architecture of the tomb as been one of the greatest influences in the architecture of one of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal.
Location : Located on Mathura Road, Old Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb is situated near the crossing of Lodi Road, one of the prominent localities of the capital.
Built by : Built by Humayun’s Persian widow, Haji Begum, the structure is the mausoleum of the 2nd Mughal emperor of India.
Nature & Architectural style : A tomb built following the Charbagh pattern for mausoleums, a pattern that was to become extremely popular among the tombs of Muslim nobility in later years.
Timings :Humayun’s Tomb is open everyday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. everyday.
Admission charges : INR 10 for citizens/ INR 250 for foreigners. Besides these, there is a parking fee whose rates are INR 10 for 4 hrs, besides video charges of INR 50.
 

The tall and ever attractive monument of Delhi which can be seen from most parts of the city is called the Qutab Minar. Every body has the same question when one sees the structure for the first time. The question that is often being put up is "Why the monument is that big?" or "Was there any specific reason to build such a tall building or it was just a wish of the person who built it?" Well, the exact reason is assumed to have something related to commemorating the victory. Mughals used to build victory towers to proclaim and celebrate victories. Some say the minaret was used to offer prayer but it is so tall that you can hear the person standing on the top. Also, the minaret is not joined on to Qutuddin's mosque and the Iltutmish's mosque. Qutab Minar is among the tallest and famous towers in the world. The minaret is 234 feet high and the highest individual tower in the world. Other towers in the world are the Great Pagoda in Pekin, China and the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy but these towers are not as high as the Qutab Minar in Delhi. According to history books, the minar was started by Prithviraj or his uncle Vigraharaja who won Delhi from the Tomar Rajputs. However, it is assumed and historians believe that Qutubuddib and Iltutmish finished it though the minar may have been commenced by Prithviraj or Vigraharaja. The minar was completed in 1200 A.D and since then the tall structure has been there upright and ever beautiful keeping an eye to Delhi just like a sentry. When Alauddin returned from the wars in the Deccan, he had this thought in mind that he would build a victory tower somewhat similar to the Qutab Minar. The ruins of this very initiative can be seen adjacent to the Qutbuddin's mosque because Alauddin died at the very start of the construction work and no one carried on to finish the initiative taken by Alauddin.

RED FORT
Also called Lal Quila, it is located in the walled city of Old Delhi by the banks of river Yamuna. This stunning piece of Mughal architecture was built by Shah Jahan during 1638-1648. Built using red sandstone, its walls extends a length of 2.4 Kms and a height varying from 18 meters to 33 meters. This is also a place where priceless antiques, fake ivory jewellery, paintings and skillfully woven carpets are sold to the tourists. In the central part of the Lal Kila fort is Nauba Khana (Drum House) where musicians of the emperor used to play for the royal household. The arrival of the princes and the royal family is also heralded from here. Mogul architecture can be seen inside the fort here.
Other attractions in the fort complex include:
Rang Mahal (Palace of Colours) which is a lotus-shaped fountain made out of a single piece of marble and was used as living quarters for emperor's wives and mistresses.
Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque): Built by Aurangzeb.
Shahi Burj : Shah Jahan's private working area.
Diwan-I-Am (Hall of Public Audience): The hall where emperor used to sit and hear the complaints of common folks.
Sheesh Mahal and Khas Mahal are also special attractions in the fort complex.
Every year on August 15th, the day of Indian Independence, the Prime Minister of India would address the nation from the Red Fort.

Another attraction of the Red Fort (Lal Killa) is the Sound and Light Show which is a 62 minute audio visual spectacular showcasing the history of Delhi and that of the fort.

Tourists as well as locals usually come to this place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and enjoy an evening in the serene atmosphere of the plush green lawns inside the walls of the fort.

HUMAYUN’S TOMB

The tomb was built in the memory of Humayun by his Persian widow Haji Begum who planned the architecture of the tomb after consulting with one of the most notable architects of her homeland, Mirak Mirza Ghiyuath. The architecture, which showcases a very prominent influence of the Persian style of architecture, is credited to be the first and the most important architectural endeavor of the reign of Emperor Akbar, often regarded to be the greatest of all the Mughal emperors. One of the most important factors that have added to the claim to fame of the Humayun’s Tomb is the fact that the architecture of the tomb as been one of the greatest influences in the architecture of one of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal.
Location : Located on Mathura Road, Old Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb is situated near the crossing of Lodi Road, one of the prominent localities of the capital.
Built by : Built by Humayun’s Persian widow, Haji Begum, the structure is the mausoleum of the 2nd Mughal emperor of India.
Nature & Architectural style : A tomb built following the Charbagh pattern for mausoleums, a pattern that was to become extremely popular among the tombs of Muslim nobility in later years.
Timings :Humayun’s Tomb is open everyday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. everyday.
Admission charges : INR 10 for citizens/ INR 250 for foreigners. Besides these, there is a parking fee whose rates are INR 10 for 4 hrs, besides video charges of INR 50.

The tall and ever attractive monument of Delhi which can be seen from most parts of the city is called the Qutab Minar. Every body has the same question when one sees the structure for the first time. The question that is often being put up is "Why the monument is that big?" or "Was there any specific reason to build such a tall building or it was just a wish of the person who built it?" Well, the exact reason is assumed to have something related to commemorating the victory. Mughals used to build victory towers to proclaim and celebrate victories. Some say the minaret was used to offer prayer but it is so tall that you can hear the person standing on the top. Also, the minaret is not joined on to Qutuddin's mosque and the Iltutmish's mosque. Qutab Minar is among the tallest and famous towers in the world. The minaret is 234 feet high and the highest individual tower in the world. Other towers in the world are the Great Pagoda in Pekin, China and the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy but these towers are not as high as the Qutab Minar in Delhi. According to history books, the minar was started by Prithviraj or his uncle Vigraharaja who won Delhi from the Tomar Rajputs. However, it is assumed and historians believe that Qutubuddib and Iltutmish finished it though the minar may have been commenced by Prithviraj or Vigraharaja. The minar was completed in 1200 A.D and since then the tall structure has been there upright and ever beautiful keeping an eye to Delhi just like a sentry. When Alauddin returned from the wars in the Deccan, he had this thought in mind that he would build a victory tower somewhat similar to the Qutab Minar. The ruins of this very initiative can be seen adjacent to the Qutbuddin's mosque because Alauddin died at the very start of the construction work and no one carried on to finish the initiative taken by Alauddin.

RED FORT
Also called Lal Quila, it is located in the walled city of Old Delhi by the banks of river Yamuna. This stunning piece of Mughal architecture was built by Shah Jahan during 1638-1648. Built using red sandstone, its walls extends a length of 2.4 Kms and a height varying from 18 meters to 33 meters. This is also a place where priceless antiques, fake ivory jewellery, paintings and skillfully woven carpets are sold to the tourists. In the central part of the Lal Kila fort is Nauba Khana (Drum House) where musicians of the emperor used to play for the royal household. The arrival of the princes and the royal family is also heralded from here. Mogul architecture can be seen inside the fort here.
Other attractions in the fort complex include:
Rang Mahal (Palace of Colours) which is a lotus-shaped fountain made out of a single piece of marble and was used as living quarters for emperor's wives and mistresses.
Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque): Built by Aurangzeb.
Shahi Burj : Shah Jahan's private working area.
Diwan-I-Am (Hall of Public Audience): The hall where emperor used to sit and hear the complaints of common folks.
Sheesh Mahal and Khas Mahal are also special attractions in the fort complex.
Every year on August 15th, the day of Indian Independence, the Prime Minister of India would address the nation from the Red Fort.

Another attraction of the Red Fort (Lal Killa) is the Sound and Light Show which is a 62 minute audio visual spectacular showcasing the history of Delhi and that of the fort.

Tourists as well as locals usually come to this place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city life and enjoy an evening in the serene atmosphere of the plush green lawns inside the walls of the fort.

HUMAYUN’S TOMB

The tomb was built in the memory of Humayun by his Persian widow Haji Begum who planned the architecture of the tomb after consulting with one of the most notable architects of her homeland, Mirak Mirza Ghiyuath. The architecture, which showcases a very prominent influence of the Persian style of architecture, is credited to be the first and the most important architectural endeavor of the reign of Emperor Akbar, often regarded to be the greatest of all the Mughal emperors. One of the most important factors that have added to the claim to fame of the Humayun’s Tomb is the fact that the architecture of the tomb as been one of the greatest influences in the architecture of one of the seven wonders of the world, the Taj Mahal.
Location : Located on Mathura Road, Old Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb is situated near the crossing of Lodi Road, one of the prominent localities of the capital.
Built by : Built by Humayun’s Persian widow, Haji Begum, the structure is the mausoleum of the 2nd Mughal emperor of India.
Nature & Architectural style : A tomb built following the Charbagh pattern for mausoleums, a pattern that was to become extremely popular among the tombs of Muslim nobility in later years.
Timings :Humayun’s Tomb is open everyday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. everyday.
Admission charges : INR 10 for citizens/ INR 250 for foreigners. Besides these, there is a parking fee whose rates are INR 10 for 4 hrs, besides video charges of INR 50.