What: Sunset by the Qutub: An Evening Walk through the Qutb Complex
When: Sunday, September 26, 2021
Timings: 8:00 AM
Registration Link: https://pages.razorpay.com/qutubwalk
Qutub Minar or the Tower of Victory symbolises the foundation of the new Dynasty, Culture and the Kingships that changed the course of North India. One of the tallest brick towers in the world, the monument shares with you nuances of master craftsmanship at every twist and turn.
Once part of Lal Kot, today the Qutb Complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and houses some of the major structures constructed by the first Sultans of Delhi, following the victory of Mahmud of Ghazni over Prithviraj Chauhan.
Itinerary
- Meet 8 AM at the entrance of the Qutub Minar Complex. Please buy your tickets on arrival. KINDLY NOTE, TICKET TO THE MONUMENT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE WALK FEES. In case of late arrival and direction guidance, please contact +91 8287832004 (Tanya).
- Qutub Minar: The 12th-century victory tower built by Qutubuddin Aibak
- Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque: The earliest surviving mosque in Delhi, built by the rulers of the Slave Dynasty
- Alai Darwaza: Built in red sandstone and marble to serve as the gateway to the ambitious extension of Quwwat-ul-Islam mosque by Khilji
- Alauddin Khalji’s Tomb: Tomb of the second Sultan of the Turko-Afghan Khalji Dynasty
- Madrasa
- Iltutmish’s Tomb: Tomb of Shams-al Din Iltutmish, the third ruler of the Slave Dynasty
- Alai Minar: The incomplete ambitious project commissioned by Alauddin Khilji of building a tower twice the size of Qutub Minar
About Storyteller
Shah Umair (@sikkawala) is a content curator for Fashion and lifestyle brands, in addition to being a trained numismatist of Mughal Coinages. His interest in history draws him particularly to design elements and architectural details.
With a penchant for Mughal History, his talks cover diverse areas such as Art, Architecture, Political scenarios and of course Coins.
Duration: 2 hrs
Meeting Point: Qutub Minar Entry Gate
Meeting Time: 8:00 AM
Starts at
Date: 26th September 2021
Time: 8:00 AM (please reach 15 min before the walk starts)
Ends at
Date: 26th September 2021
Time: 10:00 AM
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Guidelines:
- Per head registration cost of the heritage walk is Rs.500
- Wear a mask, & bring your personal sanitiser and water bottle.
- Since it is a walking tour, guests are encouraged to wear comfortable sandals/shoes.
- Arrive at the departure point 15 minutes prior to the reporting time.
- Please note that locations are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of making the payment.
- Please note that tours are subject to weather conditions. If the tour is cancelled due to weather, it will be rescheduled.
- Kindly inform beforehand if you will be accompanied by your kid(s) at the walk. There is no registration fee for children below the age of 12 years and a 50% registration fee for children between 12-15 years of age.
- The tour route is in public areas over which we have no control. We are not responsible and shall not be held liable for the behaviour of the public, other tour patrons, or any accidents during the tour.
Venue: Qutub Minar Complex, Mehrauli
Meeting Point: Qutub Minar Complex Entry Gate
Seth Sarai, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030
Location Link: https://goo.gl/maps/GTZRpvT6wSNNv2mMA
