Tomb of Iltutmish - Historical landmark in New Delhi - South, India

It is near to the qutub minar..Well maintained tomb and everything is kept cleaned... The tomb of Iltutmish, Qutub Minar Complex, was built in 1235 A.D. It is situated just outside the north-west corner of the Quwwat-ul-Islam near the Qutub Minar. The central one of these is located higher than the other two and is profusely decorated with marble.

Shams ud-Din Iltutmish also spelled Altamash was a slave but married the daughter of his master, Qutb al-Din Aibak, whom he succeeded in 1211. He strengthened and expanded his empire in northern India and moved the capital to Delhi. He was the third of the Mamluk kings who ruled the former Ghurid territories in northern India. He was the first Muslim sovereign to rule Delhi and is thus considered the effective founder of the Delhi Sultanate. The Tomb of Shams ud-Din Iltutmish was built by iltutmish himself in 1235 CE, only a year before his death. It is situated just outside the northwest corner of the Quwwat-ul-Islam near the Qutub Minar in Delhi. The tomb is square from the outside but the squinch arches inside give it an octagonal look which makes a magnificent circular roof. It has three entrances, on the north, south, and east elevations. Three beautifully carved mihrabs are placed as the central niche on the western wall.

It was built in the 13th century by the Delhi Sultanate ruler, Iltutmish, as his final resting place. Iltutmish was a slave who rose to power in the Delhi Sultanate and ruled from 1211 to 1236 CE. He was a patron of the arts and commissioned several important architectural works during his reign, including the Qutub Minar and the Tomb of Iltutmish. The tomb is made of red sandstone and is located on a raised platform. It is a square-shaped structure with a domed roof, supported by arched openings. The exterior of the tomb is adorned with intricate carvings and inscriptions in Arabic and Persian. The interior of the tomb is relatively simple, with a plain stone cenotaph in the center. The actual burial chamber is located underground, beneath the cenotaph. The tomb was originally decorated with rich carpets and other furnishings, but these have since been lost or destroyed over the centuries. Over the years, the Tomb of Iltutmish has undergone several restorations and repairs. In the 19th century, the tomb was damaged by an earthquake, and in the early 20th century, it was restored by the British. Today, the tomb is a popular tourist attraction and is considered an important part of Delhi's rich cultural heritage. It serves as a testament to the architectural and artistic achievements of the Delhi Sultanate, and as a reminder of the city's long and complex history.

Shams ud-Din Iltutmish also spelled Altamash was a slave but married the daughter of his master, Qutb al-Din Aibak, whom he succeeded in 1211. He strengthened and expanded his empire in northern India and moved the capital to Delhi. He was the third of the Mamluk kings who ruled the former Ghurid territories in northern India. He was the first Muslim sovereign to rule Delhi and is thus considered the effective founder of the Delhi Sultanate. The Tomb of Shams ud-Din Iltutmish was built by iltutmish himself in 1235 CE, only a year before his death. It is situated just outside the northwest corner of the Quwwat-ul-Islam near the Qutub Minar in Delhi. The tomb is square from the outside but the squinch arches inside give it an octagonal look which makes a magnificent circular roof. It has three entrances, on the north, south, and east elevations. Three beautifully carved mihrabs are placed as the central niche on the western wall.

beautiful sarcophagus style tomb within the qutub minar area.

The tomb of Iltutmish, Qutub Minar Complex, was built in 1235 A.D. It is situated just outside the north-west corner of the Quwwat-ul-Islam near the Qutub Minar. The central one of these is located higher than the other two and is profusely decorated with marble. Inside the tomb of Iltutlish, there are three prayer niches. This tomb is quite simple, but its entrance is intricately carved with geometrical and arabesque patterns make it a beautiful example of India's heritage to the world. Basically, the area surrounding the Qutub Minar is called Qutub Complex.

Shams ud-Din Iltutmish (died 30 April 1236, born 1211-1236) was the third of the Mamluk kings who ruled the former Ghurid territories in northern India. He was the first Muslim sovereign to rule from Delhi, and is thus considered the effective founder of the Delhi Sultanate. Sold into slavery as a young boy, Iltutmish spent his early life under various masters in Bukhara and Ghazni. In the late 1190s, the Ghurid slave-commander Qutb ud-din Aibak purchased him in Delhi, thus enslaving him. Iltutmish rose to prominence in Aibak's service and was given the important iqta of Badaun. His military actions against the Khokhar rebels in 1205-1206 attracted the attention of the Ghori ruler Muhammad of Ghor, who subdued him before his master Aibak could exile him. After the assassination of Muhammad Ghor in 1206, Aibak became a practically independent ruler of the Ghurid territories in India, with his headquarters at Lahore. After Aibak's death, Iltutmish deposed his unpopular successor Aram Shah in 1211 and established his capital at Delhi. He then consolidated his rule by subjugating many dissidents, and fighting against other former Ghurid slaves such as Taj al-Din Yildiz and Nasir ad-Din Qabacha. During 1225-1227, he subjugated Aibak's former subordinates, who had created an independent kingdom headquartered at Lakhnauti in eastern India. He also asserted his authority over Ranthambore (1226) and Mandore (1227), whose Hindu chiefs had declared independence after Aibak's death. By the early 1220s, Iltutmish had largely stayed away from the Indus Valley region, embroiled in conflicts between the Qabacha, the Khwarazmian dynasty, and the Mongols. In 1228, he invaded the Indus Valley region, defeated Qabacha and annexed large parts of Punjab and Sindh into his empire. Subsequently, the Abbasid Caliph al-Mustansir recognized his authority in India. Over the next few years, Iltutmish suppressed a rebellion in Bengal, captured Gwalior, raided the Paramara-controlled cities of Bhilsa and Ujjain in central India, and expelled Khwarazmian subordinates in the northwest. His officers also attacked and plundered the Chandela-controlled Kalinjar region. Iltutmish organized the administration of the Sultanate, laying the foundation for its dominance over northern India until the Mughal invasion. He introduced the silver tanka and copper jital - the two basic coins of the Sultanate period, with a standard weight of 175 grains. He established the Iqtadari system: the empire was divided into iqtas, which were assigned to nobles and officials in exchange for salaries. They built many buildings, including mosques, khanqahs (monasteries), dargahs (temples or tombs of influential people) and a reservoir (hauj) for pilgrims.

A beautiful place to visit which contains historical knowledge and beauty. You can buy the tickets online from ASI sites and there are all the facilities like washrooms, guide. It is well maintained place and clean too. You may need time like 45 minutes to visit all spot in Qutub Minar complex. A perfect place for day out or evening visit.