How to Discover Kazan, Russia

Discover Kazan! Kazan is a kind of melting-pot for both European and Eastern cultures. You can see a huge mosque after discovering a great cathedral. What is more, Kazan is one of the host cities for the 2018 FIFA and it will host several games including a quarter-final! What a great destination idea to visit in 2018… If you think so, let’s have a look at How To Best Discover Kazan, Russia!

1)Have a stroll in Kremlin

Start your Kazan tour from that glorious ancient fortress: Kremlin. It is the oldest building in Kazan and it encloses many historical constructions dating from the 16th to 19th centuries. It is a great way to feel yourself in the Middle Ages! Kremlin is the greatest place to discover Kazan best with its huge historical area.

2) Find 7 Differences Between Pisa Tower and Suyumbike Tower

Rumors have it that Princess Suyumbike threw herself from the top of the tower to avoid marrying with Ivan the Terrible. After this case, the tower took the name of this beautiful woman. It seems like after Suyumbike’s death, the tower also took her beauty and remained it until today! In addition, this tower also leans by 2 meters just like the Leaning Pisa tower! If you ever want to see this construction, you can see it in the grounds of Kremlin.

3) See the Kul Sharif Mosque

Kul Sharif Mosque is one of the cultural heritages of Kazan in the grounds of Kremlin. It was destroyed by Ivan the Terrible in 1552 and it was rebuilt in 2005. This Museum of Islamic Cultures is definitely worth seeing to discover Kazan best.

4) Try the Tatar Cuisine

Tatar has a huge and delicious cuisine that you should definitely give it a try at least once in your life. Moreover, find a place that you’ll be able to try real homemade Tatar goods. Here’s a little advice list of Tatar goods;

  • Echpochmak-triangle pastries stuffed with mince and potatoes
  • Kazylyk-horse meat sausage
  • Gubadiya-stuffed sweet and salty, layered cheese pie
  • Cheburek-deep-fried pastries filled with meat and onion
  • Sherbet-sweet drink made from fruits and honey

5) Watch a Match in Kazan Arena

Kazan is known as Russia’s sporting capital and Kazan Arena has played a big role in earning this name. Believe me, this arena is probably one of the most classy arenas in the world. What is more, Kazan is the host city for the 2018 FIFA and will host several games including a quarter-final. This year might be the best year to discover Kazan!
You’ll be able to discover Kazan as long as you see the places in our advice list but you can always expand your to-do list.
If you are planning to go Kazan in 2018, don’t forget to add travel!
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