The Chak-Chak Museum in Kazan is a unique cultural space that attracts tourists and city residents with its unusual concept and rich exhibitions. The history of the museum is connected with the initiative of local enthusiasts at the beginning of the 21st century. In September 2014, philanthropists Dmitry Polosin and Raushaniya Suleymanova opened t
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Lake Kaban in Kazan is one of the most famous and picturesque natural attractions of the Republic of Tatarstan. It is a system of three reservoirs - Lower, Middle and Upper Kaban, each of which has its own characteristics and legends. Nizhny Kaban, also known as Blizhny, is separated from Middle Kaban by a bridge and has a channel from which the B
The Kul Gali monument, erected in 2005 in honor of the 1000th anniversary of Kazan, is one of the significant landmarks of the city. This bronze monument, 4 meters high, is located on a low stone pedestal and was created by sculptors Andrei Balashov and Asiya Minullina, and architect Rozalia Nurgaleeva. Kul Gali, who lived at the beginning of the
The Museum of Socialist Life in Kazan is a unique place where visitors can immerse themselves in the atmosphere of the past, specifically in the 1960–1980s of the 20th century, and learn more about life in the USSR. The museum was created in order to preserve and pass on to future generations the heritage of that time. The museum was founded in th
The Lovers' Arch in Kazan is not only a symbol of romance and love, but also an amazing architectural structure with an interesting history and unique features. This unique structure attracts tourists and local residents not only with its aesthetic appearance, but also with its acoustic effect. Thanks to its elliptical shape, the arch has the abil
The Fountain of Love in Kazan is one of the symbols of romance and beauty of the city. Its history, dating back to the 19th century, gives this place a special charm and appeal for those looking for romantic spots for dates and walks. Installed at the end of the 19th century, the Fountain of Love is not only an architectural object, but also a tes
The house-museum of academicians A. E. and B. A. Arbuzov in Kazan is an important memorial object dedicated to the life and scientific work of outstanding Russian chemists - Alexander Erminingeldovich and Boris Aleksandrovich Arbuzov. Located in an old wooden mansion built in 1913 in the Russian eclectic or Art Nouveau style, this museum preserves
The Gambit fountain in Gorky Park in Kazan is one of the most attractive places for both residents and tourists. It was built as part of a renovation project for the park, which was previously in a state of disrepair. In 2014, walking paths, benches and, of course, the Gambit fountain were placed here. This light and music fountain has the shape of
The House-Museum of Vladimir Ilyich Lenin in Kazan is a unique place that allows you to better understand the history and influence of the Ulyanov family on the formation of Lenin’s personality as a revolutionary. Located at Ulyanov-Lenina Street, building 58, this memorial complex recreates the living conditions of the Ulyanov family, presenting a
The Millennium Bridge (Tat. Millennium Kupere) is an important engineering structure in the city of Kazan. It crosses the Kazanka River, connecting Vishnevsky Street with Amirkhan Avenue and is part of the Small Kazan Ring. This cable-stayed bridge, with a total crossing length of 1524 meters, is a notable architectural landmark of the city. One o
The House of Entertaining Science and Technology in Kazan is a unique place that attracts both children and adults with its interactive approach to learning science. This museum is the main scientific interactive center in the Republic of Tatarstan, where visitors can explore various aspects of the exact sciences, especially physics, in a fun way.
The Blue Mosque, or the Fourth Cathedral Mosque, is a significant monument of Tatar temple architecture in Kazan. Built between 1815 and 1819 in the classicist style at the expense of the Kazan merchant Akhmet Aitov-Zamanov, it attracts attention not only for its architecture, but also for its history. Initially, the mosque was built in the classi
The Azimov Mosque, also known as the Sixth Cathedral Mosque or the Factory Mosque, is a significant monument of Tatar religious architecture in Kazan. Built in 1887-1890 on the site of an old wooden mosque that had existed since 1804, it became the embodiment of the national-romantic architecture of that time. The construction of the mosque was ca
The North-Eastern Tower of the Kazan Kremlin is a significant architectural object left over from the past and inspiring with its historical significance. It was built at the end of the 17th century by Moscow craftsmen in the style of Pskov serf architecture. This tower was small in size, but had slender proportions, had a cylindrical shape and con
Церковь Святой Преподобной Великомученицы Евдокии, также известная как Евдокиевская церковь или Евдокиинская церковь, является приходским храмом I Казанского благочиния Казанской епархии Русской православной церкви, расположенным в Казани. История этой церкви насчитывает более двух веков. Она была построена в 1734 году, по преданию, на средства Ев
The Governor's Palace in Kazan is a historical building located on the territory of the Kazan Kremlin. Built in the mid-19th century according to the design of Konstantin Ton, it is the residence of the head of the Republic of Tatarstan and a cultural heritage site of federal significance. In the past, here was the palace of the Kazan khans, and t
The Annunciation Cathedral in the Kazan Kremlin is a significant Orthodox church and a monument of Russian architecture of the 16th century. From 1552 to 1918, the cathedral served as the cathedral church of the Kazan diocese, and from the end of the 19th century, episcopal consecrations were also held here. Built in 1561-1562, the cathedral is th
The construction of the building of the Public Places in the Kazan Kremlin took place from 1767 to 1773 under the leadership of the Moscow architect V.I. Kaftyreva. This two-story building, intended for the work of officials and civil servants, is located in the south-eastern part of the Kremlin. Later, new two-story buildings were added to it, and
The Spasskaya Tower of the Kazan Kremlin, its main passage tower and an architectural monument of the 16th century, is located in the southern wall of the fortress, overlooking May 1 Square. Since September 1, 2023, a museum has been opened in the tower, dedicated to the fortification of the fortress and the tower itself at different historical sta
The Preobrazhenskaya Tower, one of the most powerful and majestic towers of the Kazan Kremlin, is an outstanding example of a fortification structure. Built in the second half of the 16th century by Pskov craftsmen on the site of the Temenskaya Tower of the Khan's fortress, it served as the western entrance to the territory of the fortress. Initia
The Consistory Tower, erected in the 17th century on the southeastern edge of the Khan's fortress of the Kazan Kremlin, is an important defensive structure. Initially, the tower had three battle tiers and a fourth tier, which served as an ammunition warehouse. The structure was 23 meters high and had a diameter at the zero level of 14 meters. The
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