India has a very rich history where many buildings were constructed. These towers built in ancient times have become a part of tourism today. Every building has its unique features. If we talk about the tallest tower in the world, then there is the 'Burj Khalifa' of Dubai and the 'Eiffel Tower' of France. But when it comes to India, the first thing that comes to mind is Qutub Minar. But apart from Qutub Minar, many towers in India are still present today, narrating many historical stories of their time. People come here to visit not only from the country but also from abroad. Today in this episode we are going to tell you about those towers of India which are famous for their height. Let's know about them...
Qutub Minar, Delhi
Located in Mehrauli in the southern part of Delhi, Qutub Minar is the world's tallest minaret made of brick. Which is made of red sandstone and marble. Qutub Minar's height is 72.5 meters. Qutub Minar is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, surrounded by many other ancient historical monuments, collectively known as the Qutub complex monuments. The Qutub Minar tower was constructed between 1200 and 1220 AD by Qutub-ud-din Aibak and completed by Iltutmish. It is today one of the most famous tourist destinations in Delhi and hosts millions of Indian and foreign tourists every year.
Jhulata Minar, Gujarat
Located in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, Jhulata Minar is still no less than a mysterious story for tourists. It is said about this tower that if one tower is shaken, then the other tower shakes within a few seconds. To date, no one has known the reason for its shaking. This tower is located in front of Ahmedabad railway station. It is said about this tower that for about 500 years, this tower is still standing like this, storing mysteries.
Charminar, Hyderabad
Charminar is one of the most beautiful buildings in India. Charminar located in the center of Hyderabad is an internationally recognized historical icon. Charminar, located on the eastern bank of the Musi River, is one of the amazing structures of India. It was built in 1991 to celebrate the end of an epidemic. And for your information, Charminar has been added to the "tentative list" of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites along with the Qutb Shahi Tombs and the Golconda Fort.
Shahid Minar, Kolkata
Kolkata is still considered a famous place in the whole of India for its many historical temples, mosques, and palaces. This state also has the distinction of being the first capital of the country. One of these historical heritages of Kolkata is Shahid Minar, also known as the Ochterlony Memorial. This tower was built in the year 1828 by the British East India Company in memory of David Ochterlony. It is considered one of the most attractive places to visit in Kolkata.
Iswari Minar, Jaipur
The 60-foot-high Ishwari Minar or Isar Lat, located near the Tripolia Gate of the City Palace of Jaipur, is the main historical heritage of Jaipur and is the tallest historical building of Jaipur. Ishwari Minar was built in 1749 AD by Raja Ishwari Singh following the rules of Vastushastra. This tower was built similar to the Qutub Minar in Delhi and the Kirti Stambh of Chittorgarh. Which is also called 'Swarg Suli' or 'Heaven piercing Minar'. From where the beautiful view around Jaipur can be seen, which is one of the favorite places of Jaipur for tourists to visit.
Chand Minar, Maharashtra
It is said that this tower located in Daulatabad, Maharashtra is the second tallest tower in India. This tower is also famous all over India by the name of Tower of Moon. It is said that this tower was built by Alauddin Bahmani in the year 1445. It is also said about this tower that this tower is very similar to the Qutub Minar present in Delhi. This tower is considered to be one of the best examples of Indo-Islamic architecture.
Ek Minar Mosque, Raichur
The Ek Minar Mosque located in the city of Raichur between the Krishna and Tungabhadra rivers of Karnataka is considered to be one of the most famous minarets of India. The 20-meter-high tower is built in Persian architectural style. Which remains a center of attraction for tourists as well as architecture lovers. And every year thousands of tourists visit this famous tower in India.
Fateh Burj, Punjab
The Fateh Burj Minar of Punjab is one of the most popular and famous minarets in India. This tower is also known as Vijay Tower. Fateh Burj is located in Chiri village in Punjab. It is said about this tower that it was built by the Sikhs after the fall of the Mughal Empire. The height of Fateh Burj is approximately 100 meters. If you are going to visit Punjab then you must visit here.
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