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This mysterious iron pillar in India has been exposed to the elements for over 1,600 years. So why hasn’t it ever rusted?
Can an iron structure stand tall for 1,600 years without rusting, despite being exposed to the elements? It seems implausible, considering the supposed lack of technology at the time of its ...
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The Story of India
Qutub Minar (Qutb Minar) in Delhi is an example of Indo-Islamic architecture and the world's largest minaret at nearly 236 feet high. The first ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, Qutb-ud-Din Aybak ...
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Qutb Minar and its Monuments, Delhi
The Nomination files produced by the States Parties are published by the World Heritage Centre at its website and/or in working documents in order to ensure transparency, access to information and to ...
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‘Illuminating Democracy’ event held at Qutab Minar
A grand celebration of democracy was witnessed at the ‘Illuminating Democracy’ event at the historic Qutub Minar premises on Wednesday. The Delhi Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) R Alice Vaz was the ...
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Watch: What is unique about the iron pillar at Qutub Minar?
In the heart of New Delhi’s UNESCO-listed Qutub Minar complex, amidst ancient monuments and historic buildings dating back to the early 13th century, stands a marvel that defies time itself.