One of the main attractions of the city, its heart is the Kazan Kremlin. It was built about 1000 years ago, and has already put in place of the wooden walls of stone, and some facilities have deteriorated over time. But, as before, the Kremlin has remained decoration Kazan, and from here begin any excursion.
Unusually majestic white stone complex erected on a hill, about which rivers flow Bulak and Kazanka. It combines the features of Eastern and Western cultures, for example, Kul Sharif mosque is located next door to the Cathedral of the Annunciation.
The ensemble of the Kazan Kremlin in 2000, being one of the unique architectural structures of the world culture, was included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Strolling through Kazan, you can not miss the magnificent heads of the four patron saint Peter and Paul Cathedral - a monument of architecture of XVIII century. This vaulted two-tier structure, which is decorated with ornaments and lace trim. Inside it is also richly painted walls, decorated with medallions depicting the Gospels. Here you can admire the stored main iconostasis - a large, seven tiers. It is covered with gold in the Russian baroque style.
In one day, you will not be able to see all the sights of Kazan, because only the Kremlin, you will need a few hours.
In addition, Kazan has twelve museums, Church of the Epiphany of the XVIII century, there Bogoroditsky convent Zilant Monastery, Old Tatar settlement, which has maintained its oriental flavor, architectural complex of the university, and more. And for a full experience you should definitely see Kazan night when illuminated the basic architectural building and thousands of colored lights flashing.
Among the attractions of the city must include the Tatar national cuisine. In Kazan, a variety of restaurants where you can taste katyk, gubadia famous chak-chak and more.
And if your holiday to coincide with any national holiday, you will get acquainted with the traditions of the Tatar people and their hospitality. City will welcome you in a comfortable hotel, designed to your taste, guides offered to visit historical sights, dance clubs and water parks. For high school students designed special tours.
Plan your holidays in Kazan, and you will not regret it!