Qutab Minar

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The 72m sandstone minaret is the literal highlight of this Mosque complex. Dating back to the twelfth century, it marks the defeat of Delhi’s last Hindu Kingdom and the arrival of Islam. Qutab-ud-din Aibak was the first Moslem ruler of Delhi.

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Islamic architecture is all based on – four. Geometry is very much the theme of the adornments and patterns on the exterior of their buildings, whilst Hindu architecture reflects – Life.

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