I have always been fascinated by the culture, history, legends, myths and religions that make up the stark contrasts on the Indian subcontinent. Partcularly the centuries old struggles between the Hindu and the Islamic cultures that coexist there today. The Qutab (Kutab)Minar in Delhi is a supurb example of Islamic design. At 72.5 meters tall, it is the largest stone tower in India. The tower was built to celebrate the victory of last Hindu kingdom in Delhi. The foundation was laid in 1199. (added 16 July 2006)