The capital of Tatarstan, Kazan is one of the oldest and most beautiful cities in Russia. It is shrouded in legends and secrets, and its history goes back centuries and is fraught with riddles that excite many minds to this day. Kazan is also one of the largest cities in Russia, which has a great influence on modern culture and other aspects of the state’s life and is therefore often called the “third capital of Russia”. In 2018, the World Cup will be held here.
Tours to Kazan can be interesting not only for those who are interested in history: today it is a modern metropolis with lots of opportunities to have fun and interesting time. There are opportunities for both contemplative and outdoor activities.
There are a lot of architectural sights in Kazan. First of all, it is the famous Kazan Kremlin and the leaning tower of Syuyumbike - the legendary queen, whose personality is shrouded in many myths. Newer, but no less interesting are the Annunciation Cathedral in the Kremlin and the Kul Sharif Mosque , which has become one of the symbols of Kazan. Separate mention is the unique Temple of all religions, made in a bizarre mixed style and combining on its territory a mosque, an Orthodox church, a pagoda and a synagogue. In general, the architectural ensemble of Kazan is very harmonious and successfully combines the oldest buildings and the most modern buildings, making this city one of the most beautiful in the country.
Tours to Kazan, especially weekend tours, involve visiting numerous museums in Kazan. Here is the only branch of the Hermitage in the country - the Hermitage-Kazan, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Kazan and many others deserve attention. If you want to attend any cultural event, of which a great many are held here annually, then it is better to plan tours to Kazan in accordance with their schedule. The Chaliapin Opera Festival, the Nuriev Ballet Festival, the literary Aksenov Fest, the Creation of the World music festival, and even the Zilantkon Role-Playing Festival are held here. There are several very good theaters in Kazan, as well as many cinemas.
In terms of sports, Kazan is one of the most developed cities in Russia. There are many sports facilities of federal significance that can host international events. So, here will be held the Summer Universiade 2013 and the World Cup 2018. Few people know, but here is the best ski resort in Russia, Kazan. This is the largest and most modern ski resort in the Russian Federation with many hotels and developed infrastructure, long slopes and an artificial snow cover maintenance system, so the ski season lasts there until mid-spring. Thus, tours to Kazan can also suit lovers of skiing who prefer excellent service and comfort.
In addition to historical, cultural and sports attractions, Kazan also has unique opportunities for recreational activities. There are several large water parks and several amusement parks, including a huge Ferris wheel, which can lift 3600 people per hour to an altitude of 55 meters in an hour, from where a panorama of the entire million-strong city opens.
By the number of attractions, sports and cultural sites, Kazan practically does not lag behind the two capitals and can rightfully be considered the third. There is everything to have fun and fun on weekends or even vacations. There are all conditions for this in Kazan: there are a lot of comfortable hotels of all categories, and the local cuisine is unusually tasty and deserves to be tasted. Kazan is unusually welcoming people who are always welcome guests. A trip to Kazan is a must if you want to know your country properly.