To see spectacular sights and unusual places, it is absolutely not necessary to go to exotic countries. Attractions of Kazan can be hit not less than the most famous corners of the world.
Temple of all religions in Kazan
The first thing worth seeing in Kazan is an unusual structure dedicated to the unity of all beliefs. Around the middle of the 90s, a well-known artist decided to equip a place where all religions could coexist peacefully. In the view of Ildar Khanov, God alone and the power of faith in him is completely independent of religious preferences.
Outside, this building is very much like a traditional church. But with a more detailed examination it becomes clear that the structure is completely unique. In one house, a Muslim mosque, an Orthodox church, a Jewish synagogue and a Buddhist pagoda gathered together. The artist set a goal to unite about 16 religions. The construction of the Temple of all religions in Kazan is carried out on a voluntary basis. Sponsors were all who wanted it: local entrepreneurs, tourists and the creator of the idea. And this is the uniqueness of the building.
Millennium Bridge in Kazan
This is the highest bridge in the city. The building was commissioned on the eve of the millennial anniversary of Kazan, which gave the name to the bridge. A distinctive feature of the Millennium Bridge in Kazan is a pylon in the form of the letter "M". On each of the halves of the pylon pass bridge crossings with three car lanes. This is an important component of the Small Kazan Ring.
Kul Sharif Mosque in Kazan
After the capture of Kazan in 1552 from the mosque there was no trace, as King John dismantled it for the construction of St. Basil's Cathedral. Only in 1995 the President of the Republic opened a contest for the best project for the reconstruction of the famous mosque and a year later a memorable sign was laid on the site of the future building.
This is not just the main mosque. Kul Sharif is rightly considered a symbol of Kazan and an attractive center for all Tatars in the world. This is not just a cultural and educational complex, there is a Museum of Islamic Culture, an ancient manuscript and a library.
Church of the Nativity in Kazan
What is worth seeing in Kazan is a temple made of wood. Agree that it is rare to find a wooden church in a big city. It is located among modern high-rise buildings. The structure is made of Izhevsk wood - pine and larch. A distinctive feature is the use of not square logs, but square logs.
From the inside, the vault is painted blue. In the dark, the temple is illuminated by blue-violet floodlights on eight sides. This combination gives the impression that above the log house is the sky instead of the ceiling.
The Marjani Mosque in Kazan
It is a symbol of religious tolerance in Russia. It was this mosque that Catherine II recognized at the end of the 18th century and thereby approved the beginning of multi-confessional tolerance. This place and to this day remains the historical center of the Tatar-Muslim spirituality. They built a mosque on the donations of parishioners with the permission of the empress. It is made in the traditions of the Tatar medieval architecture. This is a two-storey building, the facade of the building is made using the decor of the "Petersburg" baroque with elements of the Tatar decorative art.
The Serene Mosque in Kazan
In 1924, among the two-story buildings began the construction of a mosque. This monument of architecture has its own characteristics. The first and most surprising - the construction began in the Soviet era. Funds for construction were collected by believers. Even the location on the most mysterious island of Kazan makes this mosque special.
Süyümbike Tower in Kazan
This place is considered to be one of the most mysterious. With his appearance, several legends have been composed. The tower is about three hundred years old and it is quite possible that in the Petrine times it served as an observation post. The architecture of the tower combines both Tatar and Russian features. Almost certainly, the construction took place in a hurry and now the tower has a slope in the northeast direction.
Attractions in Kazan: water park
After you have visited interesting places and received moral and spiritual satisfaction, you can relax a little body. The most ideal place for this is the water park. It is located in the old part of the city. Baryonix is a modern entertainment complex where the whole family can have fun.
