The Quwwat-ul-Islam is best known for its tower of victory, celebrating
the Muslim conquest of India. It is built of red sandstone, gray
quartz, and white marble, but is probably inspired by the iron "Pillar
of the Law" that stands on the site. Built in the Mauryan dynasty in
the 6th century, it is the only piece of the temple that stands in its
original location. Qutb built around it when he constructed the
mosque. Although made of iron, it has resisted rust for over 1,500
years, evidence of the Mauryan's superb knowledge of metallurgy.
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