A magnificent structure in the southern part of the capital. The Qutab Minar was built by a Muslim King, Qutab-ud-din Aibak, as early as 1199 AD, and a part of it was completed by another Muslim King, IItutmish. The tower is 72.5 m high and has a mosque at its base. In front of the imposing structure is an iron pillar believed to have been built in the 5th century AD. It s uniqueness lies in the fact that it has never rusted since it was built. After a succession of suicide attempts, authorities have disallowed tourists from climbing the tower.
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