Sultanat Ki Mallika: Heritage Baithak at Qutub Minar

The People’s Queen, the warrior, the legend, the only woman to sit on the Takht of Dilli for centuries to come. Remarkable Razia was the only monarch to be chosen by the people back in the 13th century and bestowed with the title of Lashgar-kash (War leader), by renowned historian Juzjani.

Join us in the remarkable story, and mystery of this incredible woman, ahead of her time by centuries. Relive the dramatic events near the Qutb Minar where her rule began.

Razia was the beloved daughter of her enlightened father Sultan Iltutmish, groomed equally like her brothers when it was unheard of. We will delve into unsolved mystery of her grave. her love for her elder Sufi brother Nasiruddin Mahmud of Sultan Garhi shrine. And unravel her legendary story with her husband, the suave Mirza Altunia and her rivalries too. We will talk about her courage in riding elephants, wielding the sword, and discarding the veil at a time of orthodoxy. And finally hear the conspiracies of the male nobility which ultimately brought her down.

Let us behold in this immersive baithak, how in Razia’s short life and reign of 4 years, she set an example for secularism, women’s empowerment, and equality for Hindustanis.

Note: Since it's a ticketed monument, please purchase your monument ticket in advance from the ASI website. We advise this because there are network issues at the venue, which may hinder on-site purchases. ( https://asi.payumoney.com/)

About the Qissa Go: Lehar is an Epidemiologist and freelance journalist, with MS and MPH graduate degrees, educated and based in the USA and Delhi. She has written for the Indian Express, Columbia University's 'Story South Asia', Stanford Arts Review, the Hindustan Times among others. She was the finalist for the Jaipur Literature Festival writing competition 2020, for her articles on global geopolitics and the relevance of 'Akbar and Dara Shukoh’. She was born and brought up in Delhi in H. Nizamuddin, close to Humayun’s tomb, and is the founder of the heritage cultural group "Sanjhi Virasat". Her interests include Delhi’s syncretic heritage, human rights, Hindustani literature and the environment.

 Guidelines for Heritage Walk Participants 

1. Registration Cost: The per head registration fee for the heritage walk is Rs. 500 (excluding GST) and platform service charges.
2. Monument Ticket: Please purchase your monument entry ticket from the ticket counter. The registration fee does not include the cost of museum entry.
3. Health and Safety: Wear a mask, and bring your personal sanitizer and a water bottle to ensure your comfort and safety during the walk.
4. Footwear: Since it is a walking tour, comfortable shoes are highly recommended.
5. Arrival Time: Arrive at the departure point 15 minutes prior to the reporting time to ensure a smooth start to the tour.
6. Location Changes: Please note that locations are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
7. Weather Conditions: Tours are subject to weather conditions. If the tour is cancelled due to weather, it will be rescheduled.
8. Public Areas: The tour route is in public areas over which we have no control. We are not responsible and shall not be held liable for the behavior of the public, other tour patrons, or any accidents during the tour.

Duration: 2 hrs - 3 hrs

Nearest Metro: Qutub Minar parking

Parking Facility Available