The entire Qutub Minar tower is divided into five levels, with a height of 72.5 meters. It is the earliest example of Indo-Islamic architecture in India. The horizontal relief strips surrounding the tower are decorated with Arabian patterns and verses from the Quran, as well as traditional Indian craftsmanship designs and decorative motifs. It is suggested to rent a Chinese audio guide for 100Rs to help you understand the cultural or religious significance behind it, which will make your visit more rewarding. This place is worth spending more time to explore in detail.
The sarcophagus of Emperor Hu Ma Yong and the queen are placed in the central chamber of the palace, with the sarcophagi of five Mughal emperors on either side. In 1993, UNESCO designated Humayun's Tomb as a cultural heritage site and included it in the World Heritage List.
India Gate is a monument resembling the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. It was built to commemorate the 90,000 Indian and British soldiers who died in World War I and the soldiers who died in the India-Afghanistan war. It has great historical value!
Jantar Mantar in Hindi means "instrument of calculation" and it was a place where ancient Indians observed astronomy. It was commissioned and designed by Maharaja Jai Singh, who had a passion for astronomy and mathematics. Apart from Delhi, similar structures were built in Jaipur, Varanasi, Mathura, and Ujjain. The observatory has a unique architectural design and functions similar to a sundial.
