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Avik Ghose 2
Avik Ghose 2
It is a very tall structure. The first three storeys are It is a very big and beautiful structure.
made of red sandstone; the fourth and fifth storeys are
of marble and sandstone. The World Heritage site was The building consists of 27 free-standing
built as tower of victory - possibly inspired by Afghan petals made of concrete and coated in
minarets - by Qutbuddin Aibak, the first sultan of Delhi,
after defeating the Hindu rulers in 1192. white marble.
It is designed to reflect the simplicity,
clarity and freshness of the Baha'i Faith
and to act as a symbol of the unity of
mankind and religions.