Alai Darwaza

Qutub Minar | Delhi | India

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Quick facts of Alai Darwaza

Temperature: Max. 42° C, Min. 7° C

Ideal Duration: 1-2 hours

Open Time: Periodic

Best Time: 1st October - 31st March

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Nearest Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport

Nearest Railway Station: Delhi, New Delhi

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Alai Darwaza, Qutub Minar, Delhi

Southern gateway of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in Qutb complex, Mehrauli, Delhi, India. The southern gateway of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, an old mosque.

The southern gateway of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in Qutb complex, Mehrauli, Delhi, India. Built by Sultan Alauddin Khalji in 1311 and made of red sandstone, it is a square domed gatehouse with arched entrances and houses a single chamber.

It has a special significance in Indo-Islamic architecture as the first Indian monument to be built using Islamic methods of construction and ornamentation and is a World Heritage Site.

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Alai Minar, Qutub Minar, Delhi

An incomplete monument that lies within the Qutub complex in South Delhi. Sultan Ala-ud-Din Khalji was an over ambitious Sultan of the Khilji dynasty.

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Iron Pillar, Qutub Minar, Delhi

Constructed by a King Chandra 402 AD, wonder of ancient metallurgical science to form this rust-free iron pillar in the Qutub Minar complex, New Delhi!

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Quwwat ul Islam Mosque, Qutub Minar, Delhi

This mosque built by the Mamluk ruler Qutub-ud-din Aibak.The Quwwat-Ul-Islam Masjid, one of the oldest and ancient mosques which means the 'Might of Islam'.

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Akshardham Temple, New Delhi, Delhi

Swaminarayan Akshardham temple at New Delhi is an abode of God, a Hindu house of worship, and a spiritual and cultural campus for learning and harmony.

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Bangla Sahib Gurudwara, New Delhi, Delhi

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is one of the most prominent Sikh gurdwara, or Sikh house of worship, in Delhi, history dates back to 17th century near Cannaught place.

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Bengali Market, New Delhi, Delhi

Among the oldest and most popular markets in New Delhi, India.It is a cultural hub, only a few kilometers away from Connaught Place, best sweet shops..

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Central Park, Connaught Place, Delhi

This park is a wonderful park surrounded by the Connaught place, people love to spend their time, it has lush green grass, and a beautiful and tall tricolour.

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Champa Gali, New Delhi, Delhi

Champa Gali hangout serves traditional snacks, hosts a calendar of live events, offers rustic old world charms, Cafeterias, organic Knick-Knack Stores and more.

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Fun N Food Village, New Delhi, Delhi

Offers India's largest collection of Water slides and attractions for the toddler learning how to swim to the Water sports enthusiast seeking a thrill.

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Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi, Delhi

An arty pedestrianized neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of established galleries, fashion boutiques, vintage Bollywood poster shops and restaurants.

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Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, New Delhi, Delhi

Dargah of Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya which is commonly known to all as the 'Nizamuddin Dargah' or 'Hazrat Nizamuddin Tomb' is situated west of Nizamuddin.

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India Art Fair, New Delhi, Delhi

Includes paintings, sculptures, photography, mixed media, prints, drawings and video art, first three editions of the fair were organized at Pragati Maidan.

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India Gate, New Delhi, Delhi

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India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, Delhi

The India Habitat Center is a multipurpose building in New Delhi, India, commercial and social spaces, mixing work, exhibitions & events are held time to time.

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ISKCON Temple, New Delhi, Delhi

Well known Vaishnav temple of Lord Krishna and Radharani in the form of Radha Parthasarathi and famous for evening kirtan and giant version of Bhagavad-gita.

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Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi

One of the largest mosques in India,It was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It was designed as Emperor Shahjahan's principal mosque.

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Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, Delhi

Jantar Mantar is located in the modern city of New Delhi. includes 13 architectural astronomy instruments, amongone of five built by Maharaja Jai Singh.

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Japanese Park Rohini, New Delhi, Delhi

Swarn Jayanti Park, popularly known as Japanese Park, abundant greenery, clean walking paths and lakes with colorful boats makes it a perfect picnic spot.

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Jhandewalan Hanuman Temple, New Delhi, Delhi

Jhandewalan Hanuman Mandir, having huge statue of Hanuman, stands right at the busy Jhandewalan junction, everyday large no. of devotees attend Puja and Aarti.

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Judah Hyam Synagogue, New Delhi, Delhi

Judah Hyam is one of the few Jewish synagogues remaining in the city. Holy place for jewish people. Jewish people of Delhi comes here regularly to offer prayer.

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Kiran Nadar Museum Of Art, New Delhi, Delhi

A private modern and contemporary art museum.It is India's first private museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art, founded by Kiran Shiv Nadar..

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Lajpat Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi

Lajpat Nagar Central Market, a popular shopping area where you can get whatever you want. It is also famous for Street Foods. One can enjoy the spicy foods.

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Lodhi-Garden, New Delhi, Delhi

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Lotus Temple, New Delhi, Delhi

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Majnu ka Tilla, Delhi, India

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National Rose Garden, New Delhi, Delhi

The National Rose Garden is one of the most-visited place and scenic spots in Delhi, Large number of visitors are coming in the park mainly during winter.

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Nicholson Cemetery, Delhi, India

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Underground market, one of the best place for shopping of trending clothes ,electronics items, but bargaining should be done, an underground market in CP.

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Waste to Wonder Park, New Delhi, Delhi

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Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Delhi, India

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Shopping, Connaught Place, Delhi

All branded shops are available for shopping and a good place to walk with amidst range of window shopping as well as eateries in the heart of New Delhi.

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Alai Darwaza

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Alai Darwaza, Qutub Minar, Delhi

3 Other Major Attractions in Qutub Minar

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Central Park, Connaught Place, Delhi

Champa Gali, New Delhi, Delhi

Fun N Food Village, New Delhi, Delhi

Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi, Delhi

Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah, New Delhi, Delhi

India Art Fair, New Delhi, Delhi

India Gate, New Delhi, Delhi

India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, Delhi

ISKCON Temple, New Delhi, Delhi

Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, Delhi

Jantar Mantar, New Delhi, Delhi

Japanese Park Rohini, New Delhi, Delhi

Jhandewalan Hanuman Temple, New Delhi, Delhi

Judah Hyam Synagogue, New Delhi, Delhi

Kiran Nadar Museum Of Art, New Delhi, Delhi

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National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, Delhi

National Museum, New Delhi, Delhi

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Qutub Minar, Delhi, India

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Talkatora Garden, New Delhi, Delhi

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Tughlaqabad Fort, New Delhi, Delhi

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Hanuman Mandir, New Delhi, Delhi

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