There is an amazing place on the territory of Russia where the two largest rivers, the Volga and the Kama, and the two largest cultures, the western and the eastern, are merging. It's about the Republic of Tatarstan, where representatives of more than 107 nationalities live peacefully along a relatively small territory side by side. It is here, in the hospitable sunny Tatarstan, and we will go today on a virtual trip to sightseeing.
Interesting places in Tatarstan
- If you are still thinking about what to see in Tatarstan, we recommend that you begin your trip with one of the most valuable sights - the ancient settlement of Great Bulgars . Its history begins in the far 10th century, and already by the 14th century it became the center of the Bulgarian region. The historical center of the Bulgarian hillfort is the Cathedral Mosque, dating from the 13th century and is part of the architectural ensemble that connects the Great Minaret with the Khan's Palace. In addition to these architectural monuments in
- In the vicinity of Kazan is located one more interesting museum of Tatarstan - the archaeological museum-reserve Bilyar Settlement . This ancient settlement was founded at the end of the 10th century, and after 3 centuries Bilyar reached its peak, becoming the capital of the Volga Bulgaria. In the 12th century Bilyar is mentioned in the annals as an economically developed city, with a high level of development of various crafts. And in the middle of the 13th century Bilyar was completely destroyed, unable to withstand the Mongol invasion. Today on the territory of a once prosperous metropolis there is a village Bilyarsk, and active archaeological excavations are conducted.
- 25 kilometers from the capital of Tatarstan, Kazan is the famous village of Kaimary . What is so known for this small place in the High Tatar region? First, once it was honored by its presence two Russian emperors - Peter the Great and Paul the First. Secondly, it was in the Caimars that once the estate of the great Russian poet and close friend A.S. Pushkin EA. Baratynsky. Today, everyone can see the ruins of the estate that have survived to this day, as well as the brick skeleton of the Kirillo-Belozerskaya church located on the estate grounds. The walls of the church were preserved in places and beautiful frescos, once created by the best painters of Russia.
- The National Museum of Tatarstan began its work in 1894 and is one of the oldest in Russia. Its exposition includes many valuable exhibits: archeological, artistic, historical, natural-scientific. In addition, the only branch of the St. Petersburg Hermitage in Russia operates on the territory of the museum.
Also, do not forget to visit the theaters of Kazan , and when you return home, visit a couple of the most beautiful cities in Russia .
