Qutb Minar complex

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. How tall is Qutb Minar complex?73 meters (240 feet)
2. What is the location?Mehrauli, Delhi, India
3. What is the age?Construction commenced in 1192 AD and concluded in 1368 AD
4. What is the Qutb Minar?It is a tall victory column in Delhi that was started by Qutb-ud-din Aibak around 1192 AD as a symbol of Islamic conquest.
5. Why does the Qutb Minar have different stories?Each story was added by different rulers over time, showing how architectural styles changed and grew.

Delhi Sultanate: A succession of Muslim dynasties that ruled Delhi from the early 13th to the mid-16th century.
Indo-Islamic Architecture: A style of architecture that emerged in India with the advent of Islamic rule, blending Persian, Turkic, and Indian elements.
UNESCO World Heritage Site: A place of special cultural or physical significance recognized by UNESCO for its universal value.
Architectural Syncretism: The blending of different architectural styles and influences to create a new form.