Tatarstan is one of the most "balanced" regions of Russia in terms of attractions. Here are collected a variety of museums, monuments of architecture and nature, relics that emphasize the national flavor of local peoples, and rarities of an international scale. There is no less choice in terms of historical periods than in topics.
Much attention is paid to the preservation of traditions in the republic. Attraction of tourists is an important direction in the politics of Tatarstan. If we add to this the developed infrastructure and modern service, it becomes clear that traveling around the district is pleasant and interesting. Don't just focus on big cities... The outskirts and small settlements also have something to offer guests.
The most interesting and beautiful places in Tatarstan
List, photos with names and descriptions of popular attractions in the region!
1. Kazan Kremlin
Built in X-XVI centuries... The total area of the territory is 15 hectares. The complex consists of monuments of history, architecture and culture. The towers and walls have undergone changes when compared with the original building: even during the restorations, changes were made. Among the main attractions stand out: the white palace church, the presidential palace, the Kul-Sharif mosque, the Cannon yard complex and others. Now it is the residence of the President of the Republic.
2. Sviyazhsk
Historic settlement founded in 1551. Located on an island. At the present time it has the status of a village. All sorts of sights are collected here, including four monasteries and a monument to victims of political repression. The Assumption Cathedral is protected by UNESCO. These places have good tourist prospects. There will be enough local values of rarities for a full-fledged museum.
3. Reserve "Settlement Bulgar"
The year of foundation is 1969. The buildings assembled here belong to the X-XIII centuries. Some belong to the Golden Horde, while others to Volga Bulgaria. Some of the buildings are for religious purposes, some are for economic purposes. The cathedral mosque is the decoration of the Bulgar. Nearby there are two mausoleums, and a little further - a small minaret. In the center of the settlement, the researchers found the khan's baths. The handwriting and style of that time can be seen in the interior decoration.
4. Devil's settlement in Elabuga
The approximate time of construction is the 10th century. Initially, it served as a fortification redoubt for the local tribe. In 1867, the building underwent a major reconstruction. By its beginning, it was almost completely destroyed by local or time. Remaining relatively the whole tower rebuilt on the old foundation and covered with iron. At the same time, windows appeared in the upper half.
5. National Museum of the Republic of Tatarstan
Opened in 1894. The main fund exceeds half a million exhibition copies. Archeology, numismatics, rare books, negatives, jewelry, weapons, natural history - there is a lot here. Collections related to the local flavor are considered especially valuable: for example, Likhachev's Bulgar collection. In addition to the permanent exhibition, temporary exhibitions are held.
6. Old Tatar Sloboda
It is located in the central part of Kazan. Its heart is Yunusovskaya Square. Architectural ensemble mostly consists of the houses of the nobility of the city. The complex complements public buildings, mosques, hotels and even a church. There is a bazaar market on the territory of the settlement, there are also operating industrial enterprises... Some buildings have changed their purpose, while others remain unchanged in all respects.
7. Al-Marjani Mosque
Built in the middle of the 18th century in the Baroque style. Its construction was the beginning of the adoption by the monarchs of Russia as a multi-confessional state. It is named after the imam who served in it for almost forty years. The gravestone of Muhammad-gali bey is the main local relic. All kinds of events of the Muslim community related to traditions and rituals are held on the territory of the mosque.
8. Temple of all religions
Located in the village of Old Arakchino. Construction stretched from 1992 to 2013. This place is not religious in the full sense of the word. Rather, it is a monument to various world confessions. Rituals and services are not held here, the building is not consecrated or recognized by any religion. This does not prevent it from being a popular tourist attraction both because of the idea and because of the architecture.
9. Raifsky Bogoroditsky monastery
It was first mentioned in chronicles in 1613. Hermits were founded near Kazan. At first, the monastery was completely wooden, after a big fire, there was a rebuilding, and stone details began to appear with each new repair or reconstruction. After the revolution, the monastery was closed. The revival took place in 1991. There are several temples on site, as well as a boys' orphanage.
10. Volzhsko-Kamsky reserve
Founded in 1960. The total area exceeds ten thousand hectares. The purpose of its creation is to preserve the unique ecological systems of the middle Volga region. The researchers are engaged in the maintenance of the natural environment, the restoration of natural complexes, educational work and others. There is a Museum of Nature and an arboretum on the territory. Special observation platforms have been set up along the entire perimeter.
11. Natural monument "Dolgaya Polyana"
Year of creation - 2000. The area of the territory is almost four hundred hectares. The Molostovs' estate - central part this natural and historical monument. It is surrounded by all kinds of gardens and park areas. Here you can get acquainted with life and traditions Tatar people... Within the framework of sightseeing tour there is a national lunch option. The color of nature meets customs and antiquities in one place.
12. Blue Lakes
Natural reserve on the outskirts of Kazan and adjacent areas. The area is 1910 hectares. It contains the lakes of the same name. There are three reservoirs in total, they are not connected with each other: Big blue, Protochnoe, Small blue. The lakes are fed by underground waters, there are no surface tributaries. Common trees in the area are birch, aspen, pine. There are about a hundred plant species in total, animals are even smaller, but there are rare ones.
13. House-Museum of Ivan Shishkin (Elabuga)
Dedicated to the work and life of an outstanding artist. He is from these places, and the house itself belonged to his family - poor merchants. The main exposition is displayed on both floors of the museum. The atmosphere of those years has been recreated. In two halls, some originals of Shishkin's works, both painting and graphics, are collected. His office looks authentic; there are many personal belongings of the master in the living room.
14. Local history complex Elabuga
It has spacious halls with different exposition themes. Much attention is paid to the history of the city and the peculiarities of these places. The furnishings and decoration of houses of different time periods have been recreated. Interactive materials and new technologies help to plunge into the atmosphere. Even a model of Yelabuga was built in compliance with the scale and small details. The complex includes a live corner and a gift shop.
15. Bread Museum in Bolgar
Opened in 2012. Tells the history of agriculture and bread baking in Tatarstan. The expositions repeat the decoration of the main buildings for these types of work: mills, bakeries, estates, smithies and others. The stands showcase original items, some of which were found during excavations. Visitors can try on the images of workers. One of the parts of the exhibition is the traditions and rituals of the Sabantuy holiday.
16. Mount Chatyr-Tau
It is located on the territory of the sanctuary of the same name. Height - more than 321 meters. Although many consider Chatyr-Tau to be a ridge, this is not the case. Origin comes to the fore. The mountain was formed due to erosion, so it is an outlier. Animal world not rich, but there are representatives of species with a small halo of distribution. Wide slopes and other terrain features attract paragliders.
17. Lake Kara-Kul
It is located on the right bank of the Yarak-Churminka River. The reservoir is closed. Food is underground. Its average depth is 8 meters, the deepest point is 18 meters from the surface of the water. There are a lot of fish, without rare breeds. Although the name is translated from the Tatar as "Black", the water in it does not have a characteristic color. In the past, there was a dense forest on the shore, and its reflection made the surface dark and gloomy.
18. Yurievskaya cave
First explored in 1953. The length is about a thousand meters. Half of the cave is open to inspection. There is only one entrance. Gypsum was mined nearby in the past. The cave did not always have such output characteristics and it is likely that they will change. To open new halls, even full-fledged excavations had to be carried out. Other natural objects this level is closed to outsiders and tourists.
19. Open-air museum "Tatar avyly"
On a specially designated area, houses and buildings that characterize local characteristics are collected. This concerns the national issue, traditions, handicrafts characteristic of this region. Tourists can attend master classes, feed and pet animals in a small petting zoo, view the entire exposition in detail, both with and without a guide. Holidays and custom events are also held here.
20. Memorial complex of Gabdulla Tukay
Opened in the village of New Kyrlay in 1976, before that it functioned on a voluntary basis at the school. Dedicated to the life and work of the outstanding Tatar poet. The estate itself is two-story. There are six halls inside, where exhibits are exhibited: authentic things, documents, publications, etc. Here we are talking not only about Tukai, but also about his native lands, fellow countrymen, peculiarities of the time.
21. Nikolsky Cathedral in Chistopol
Built in 1838. The five-domed cathedral is a typical representative of the classical style. During the period of the USSR, it was closed, then opened, then changed its purpose, having even been a warehouse. In 1990 it was returned to the church. Reconstruction began. During the work, small details and early descriptions of the monastery were taken into account. Thanks to this approach, it was possible to do almost without changes and return the cathedral to its original appearance.
22. Kazan Mother of God Monastery
Founded in 1579. Initially, as a female, now it has been retrained as a male. After the revolution, a period of decline began: the territory was divided into parts and given for a variety of needs. The buildings and buildings were returned to the ownership of the ROC not immediately, but in stages. Only in 2005 were the monks able to occupy their cells here. The main relic is the icon of the Kazan Icon of the Mother of God, which is associated with many legends.
23. Bilyar settlement
It is located on the territory of the village of the same name. It is part of the reserve. This site was once a successful trading city. The excavations are now completed here. Information plates with historical information and explanations for visitors are installed throughout the territory. A little further there is a museum, where artifacts found by researchers are collected.
24. Peter and Paul Cathedral in Kazan
Founded in the first half of the 18th century in the Russian Baroque style. The monastery was visited by all the rulers of the country, from Catherine to Nicholas II. The bell tower was built next to a separate building. The clergy's house is also nearby. The cathedral has gone through a whole series of fires, restorations and renovations. The latter is dated 1989. There are many relics: these are both icons and particles of the relics of saints.
25. Kremlin embankment
Completion of construction - 2015. Located in Kazan. It is exclusively pedestrian. It is used not only for walks by locals and tourists, but also for events. So the embankment became an observation deck during competitions and major events. Nearby are restaurants, cafes, shops and so on. Entrances and approaches to this area are very convenient.
26. Palace of Farmers
Is in historic center Kazan. The construction was completed in 2010. It fits perfectly into the architecture of the palace square, although the controversy over its appearance does not subside. Has domes, columns, carved windows. Full compliance with the Bozar style. It is illuminated by multi-colored lights at night. V this moment departments, ministries and organizations sponsored by them are based in the palace.
27. Bauman Street
It is located in the historical center of Kazan. Completely pedestrianized. The total length is 1885 meters. It began to take its current form in the early 90s. The street is a place for walks, trade, and public events. There are cafes and restaurants, souvenir shops and more prestigious boutiques here. From here, many other sights of the city are within easy reach.
28. Victory Park in Kazan
Founded in the 70s of the last century. The total area is approximately 50 hectares. At the very beginning, there were only swampy lands here. They were planted with trees and shrubs, and the number of seedlings 1418 was not chosen by chance: the war went on for so many days and nights. The memorial was built in 1995. The complex includes: an eternal flame, a stele, commemorative plaques, monuments and numerous alleys. The park is suitable for parades.
29. Nizhnekamsk Cathedral Mosque
Built in 1996. Located in Nizhnekamsk. The mosque has four minarets. In addition to prayers and ceremonies, the building is used for other purposes. The second important function is education. Therefore, a community center is open nearby, there is a library, and a hotel also operates. The outlines of the mosque are not quite typical: this is done to harmonize with the surrounding modern residential buildings.
30. National Park "Nizhnyaya Kama"
Founded in 1991. The area is over 265 square kilometers. It is located in the Kama valley. The purpose of creation is to preserve and restore unique local climatic zones... The plant and animal worlds are diverse, this is due to the fact that the park is located at the intersection of three climatic zones. The place is popular with eco-tourism lovers. Several interesting permanent routes have been developed.
Tatarstan is an amazing republic on the territory of the Russian Federation. This corner harmoniously combines East and West, Christianity and Islam. Tatarstan is located at the confluence of the Volga and Kama. The republic is rich in natural and historical sights. The wealth of spiritual and material culture attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world. Kazan is included in the lists of the most visited cities in Russia.
Memorial complex of Gabdula Tukay
Gabdula Tukay is the founder of Tatar poetry. He made a significant contribution to the development of the Tatar language. He wrote many works for adults and children.
The museum is located in a purpose-built two-story building on the territory of the Sagdi estate in the village of New Kyrly. The building itself was built from pine. Archaeologists have combined modern style and oriental motives. The museum has 6 halls, introducing the history of the village and the life of Gabdula Tukay. On the territory of the complex there is a monument to the poet, outbuildings, a well. The museum is surrounded by a garden with characters from the author's works. There is a small lake where you can ride a catamaran.
Raifa monastery
One of the largest active male monasteries of the Kazan diocese. It was founded in the 17th century by the hermit Filaret on the shores of Lake Raif. It is located in the Zelenodolsk region of Tatarstan. The shrine of the monastery is the Georgian icon of the Mother of God.
In the thirties, the Raifa Bogoroditsky Monastery was given to prison, then to a colony for juvenile delinquents. In 1991, he was again returned to the influence of the Russian Orthodox Church. Today, three churches have survived on the territory of the monastery. The monastery courtyard is decorated with many flower beds and sculptures of novice Savelyev, a professional sculptor.
Volzhsko-Kamsky reserve
The reserve is located in the Zelenodolsk region, on the left bank of the Volga. Occupies 10 thousand hectares of land. The reserve is more than fifty years old, it is the only one on the territory of Tatarstan.
The reserve is divided into Saralinsky and Raifsky areas. A little more than 2 thousand plant species have been collected on its territory, 12 of them are listed in the Red Book. The reserve is home to the oldest tree forests of Eastern Europe, which are more than three hundred years old. The fauna numbers 2,644 species of individuals.
Ananyinsky burial ground
The oldest cultural historical monument, opened in the middle of the 19th century. It is located 3 kilometers from the village of Ananyino, Yelabuga region. The burial ground was formed in the 8th - 7th centuries BC.
It is still unknown what people built the burial ground. There are burials of skulls in it, but stone boxes, wooden tombs and cremated remains predominate. Many items of the Scythian-Siberian style and vessels with complex patterns were found in the burial ground.
Long glade
The village is located in the monastery village of Tetyushsky district. In its vicinity there is a natural and historical monument "Dolgaya Polyana". The total area is 400 hectares.
On the territory of the village there is a 19th century estate of the Molostvov family of landowners, a broad-leaved forest, birch and linden alleys, plantings of exotic plants. Near the estate there is observation deck, it offers a view of the Kuibyshev reservoir. Since 1974, the building of the manor house was given to the children's camp "Chaika", which is still located here.
Lake Kara-Kul
The reservoir is located in the Baltasinsky district. Translated from the Tatar language means "Black Lake". The color of the water is dark and opaque. Since 1978, the lake has been recognized as a natural monument of regional importance.
Kara-Kul is of karst origin, not a single river originates from the lake. The average depth is 8 meters, the shape of the reservoir is elongated, the length is 200 meters, maximum size width - 130 meters. The lake is fed by underground springs and is rich in different types of fish. This is one of the most popular fishing spots in Tatarstan.
Yurievskaya cave
Located in the Kamsko-Ustinsky region of Tatarstan. The age does not exceed 10 thousand years. The cave was discovered in 1971.
This is the most popular cave in Tatarstan and the only one open to tourists. The length is 410 meters, the total volume is 12,500 cubic meters. There are several halls in the cave: "Gypsum", "Grotto of Rains", "Professor's House", "Arena", "Flounder". Cavers rate the Yuryevskaya Cave as zero difficulty level.
Mount Chatyr-Tau
The most high point Tatarstan. Height - 321.7 meters. It is located 7 kilometers from the town of Aznakaevo. Chatyr-Tau is the only ridge in the entire republic, but it did not appear after tectonic movements, but as a result of erosion of neighboring soils.
Chatyr-Tau was declared a nature reserve of regional significance. There are many sinkholes and craters on its slopes. According to legend, Emelyan Pugachev stood on this ridge with his army. Today Chatyr-Tau was chosen by paragliders.
White mosque
The modern mosque is located in the city of Bolgar. Construction began in 2010, architect - Sergey Shakurov.
The mosque was built in the style of the Kazan Kul-Sharif mosque, but it is inferior in size. 1200 tons of white marble were used to decorate the building. The mosque consists of a prayer hall, two minarets with a height of 46.6 meters, a madrasah and the residence of the mufti. The complex includes a large reservoir with a fountain. This gives the mosque some resemblance to the Taj Mahal.
Church of the Holy Trinity
The first Orthodox church on the territory of the Middle Volga region, built in 1551. But later the church was rebuilt several times. Located in Sviyazhsk.
The temple belongs to the architectural monuments. A masterpiece of wooden architecture in Russia. It was cut down in one day without using a single nail. The church was built in a hipped roof style. The wooden four-tiered iconostasis is of great value.
Cathedral of the Icon of the Mother of God of All Who Sorrow Joy
A functioning cathedral, built in the late 19th - early 20th centuries. Architect - Malinovsky. Located 8 kilometers from Sviyazhsk.
This large four-pillar temple was built in the neo-Byzantine style. During the construction, elements of eclecticism were also used. The interior painting was carried out in 1914. On the walls of the temple there are semicircular pilasters, niches, rods, cornices and friezes of various levels. Doors, crosses and stairs are made of wrought iron. The cathedral is made of red brick.
Tatarstan is a republic of the Russian Federation located in the eastern part of the East European Plain. It was here at the end of the 9th century that the state of the Volga Bulgaria was created, ancient cities which today serve as one of the main tourist attractions of the region. The Kazan Khanate was incorporated into Russia in 1552, after the conquest by Ivan the Terrible.
Did you know? It was the Bulgar ambassadors who in 986 proposed to Prince Vladimir to accept the Muslim faith for Kievan Rus.
The best sights of the Republic of Tatarstan
Tatarstan is an amazing republic with an unusually ancient history, which left its mark on its landmarks. This border region between the Muslim East and the Christian West keeps in its monuments the best of the two civilizations.
Since 2006, tourist routes "Pearl Necklace of Tatarstan", consisting of the Big and Small rings, have been operating on the territory of the republic.
Natural attractions of Tatarstan
Tatarstan is a border region between the zoogeographic zones of the steppe and forest, and its northern part is located in the taiga zone. The fauna of the republic is unusually diverse and has more than 400 species of animals and up to 270 species of birds. All this contributed to the development of a large number of natural monuments on the territory of the region.
Chatyr-tau
Chatyr-tauMount Chatyr-tau, or Shater-mountain, is the highest point of the only one in Tatarstan mountain range... From its top at an altitude of 334.5 m, all the surroundings of the city of Aznakaevo are perfectly visible. In the past, copper ore was mined on the western slope of the outlier, and today you can see many abandoned mines and adits here.
Today this landscape natural monument and its surroundings are a state reserve. At the foot of the mountain there are several springs and the Stärle rivulet, near which rare species of marmots and steppe pestles live.
Did you know? Chatyr-tau is an unusually popular place among hang gliders of the Republic of Tatarstan.
Astrakhan
An ancient lake in the Baltasinsky region. Its name is translated from the Tatar language as “ Black lake”, And was given thanks to the densely growing nearby forest, because of the shade of which the water in the lake is always dark. This reservoir has an elongated oval shape and is divided into two parts by a bridge. Its maximum depth is over 20 m.
There are recreation areas for tourists in the vicinity of this picturesque lake. Previously, human sites from the Bronze Age were discovered here.
Yurievskaya cave
The most famous natural monument of the Kamsko-Ustinsky region is the Yurievskaya cave. This object is the largest formation of its kind in the Middle Volga region. Its length reaches more than one kilometer, and its total area is 3500 sq. m.
The natural deepening, which arose more than ten thousand years ago, was first surveyed in 1953 by the speleologist Alexander Vladimirovich Stupishin. At that time, the length of the cave reached only 20 meters, but further expeditions, dismantling the rubble, advanced to a depth of more than a kilometer.
Important! The narrow manholes of the cave require special training and equipment, and therefore are not accessible to ordinary tourists.
Park Dolgaya Polyana
Reserved natural complex, which includes: the village of Dolgaya Polyana, the family estate of the Molostovs, a birch and linden alley, a broad-leaved forest and exotic trees brought by Count Molostov at the beginning of the 20th century.
This sanctuary was founded in 2000 and today is home to many endangered plant and animal species.
Architecture of the Republic of Tatarstan
Kul-Sharif Mosque - the main Muslim mosque of the entire Republic of Tatarstan It is customary to divide the architectural sights of the Republic of Tatarstan into several main types: Bulgar, Golden Horde, Kazan and Russian. Of greatest interest to tourists is the architecture erected after the conquest of Kazan by the Moscow principality, as well as modern buildings.
Dryablovsky house
The house of the merchant Mikhlyaev was erected in the very early XVIII century in the style of typical Russian architecture. Until 1739, this house was the only stone building in Kazan and thanks to this it served the needs of the noble guests of the city. In 1722, Emperor Peter I stayed here during his Persian campaign. Already from the 1770s. this object was transferred by the owner for the needs of the city and in different time served as a hotel, tavern, garment factory.
Fountain of the Amusement Park in Naberezhnye Chelny
One of best places in Naberezhnye Chelny there is an amusement park for tourists with small children. In its very center is the main fountain of the park, lined with stones in the style of the Middle Ages.
The fountain is built in the form of a stone slide, and at its top there is a figurine of a bronze Atlantean, holding a bowl on his shoulders from which water flows. Along the entire perimeter, the cascade is surrounded by a patterned metal fence.
The main religious building of the city of Nizhnekamsk was built in 1989-1996. designed by architect I. Sabitov as the first multi-ministerial mosque in the neo-romantic style in the Republic of Tatarstan.
The Jami mosque is covered with a gable roof and does not have a dome. There are four high minarets in the corners of the building. On the territory of the cult complex, with a total area of more than 2.5 thousand square meters. m, there are also the Center of Culture and History, a library, a hotel and madrasah "Risalya", in which Muslims from all over Russia study.
Theotokos monastery
The largest monastery in Tatarstan - Bogoroditsky, is located in the village of Raifa near the city of Zelenodolsk. The first wooden building was founded in 1613 by the humble hermit Filaret, who, being a wealthy merchant, distributed all his property to the poor. The modern building of the monastery was built of stone after a fire in 1689.
The main attraction of this monastery is the silent frogs. According to legend, the monks asked God to deprive the poor animals of the power of speech, so that they would not interfere with prayers.
Attractions of the settlement of Bilyarsk in Tatarstan and their photos with a description
The great city of Bilyar is the ancient capital of the Volga Bulgaria, founded in 992. By the 13th century, it had become one of the main economic and political centers of Eastern Europe, on the territory of which representatives of Byzantium, Russia, the Baltic States conducted trade, Central Asia and the Caucasus. In 1236 this city was destroyed by Mongol troops. Today on its territory is the village of Bilyarsk, founded in 1654 as a frontier post.
Full-scale excavations of the Bilyar settlement began in 1967, and in the 1990s. here was founded a museum-reserve with a large number of architectural attractions:
- The mosque complex is the main religious building of Bilyarsk. The mosque was originally erected from wood during the founding of the city in 992, and already in the 11th century a stone part was added to it, the remains of which have survived to this day.
- The house of the feudal lord is part of the Bilyar mosque complex. Its walls are made of half-baked and burnt square bricks and are 1 meter thick. The most interesting thing about this attraction is the stove connected to the underfloor heating system.
- Bilyar Bath - the remains of an ancient brick building, presumably erected in the 11th century in the northern part of the city citadel.
- The main well is a landmark discovered in 1915. It functioned in the XII century and was located between the cathedral mosque and the house of the feudal lord. In the 1970s. this monument has been restored and preserved.
Tract Holy Key In the vicinity of the village of Bilyarsk, at the foot of Khuzhalar-tava, another famous local landmark is kept - tract "Holy Key"... In ancient times, there was a pagan temple of the god Tengre, and today the Orthodox and Muslims of Tatarstan worship this spiritual place and make up legends about it.
Sights of the settlement Great Bulgars in the Republic of Tatarstan and their photos with description
The settlement of Great Bulgars is one of the best historical reserves in Tatarstan, which has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2014. This ancient city includes many monuments of history and architecture of the 9th-15th centuries that have survived to this day.
The Bulgar city was founded in the X century and for a long time retained the status of the largest trade and cultural center of the Volga-Kama Bulgaria. Starting from the XIV century, after the fall of Bilyarsk, the Great Bulgars became the capital of the state.
Throughout its history, this city was destroyed several times, and after the conquest by the voivode Fyodor Pestryi in 1431, the local residents never returned to it. Nowadays, excursions to the sights of the Bulgar settlement are one of the most popular in Tatarstan.
The main sights of the settlement of the Great Bulgars were erected during the reign of the Mongol Khan Berke in the middle of the XIII century and are monuments of global importance.
- Khan's Palace - the ruins of a two-story building, built at the end of the XIII-beginning of the XIV centuries, presumably for Berke, the heir of Khan Batu. In addition to the main building, the palace ensemble also included a cathedral mosque and baths.
- The Cathedral Mosque is a unique monument of cult architecture early period Golden Horde. It was erected in the 13th century as a demonstration of the strength of the state and the Muslim faith.
- The White Chamber is the remains of a bath, most likely built in the XIV century. This building was colorfully represented in the works of famous European artists: P. S. Pallas, Durand, Shishkin.
Did you know? Baths occupy a special place in Eastern culture, where important negotiations and public performances are held.
Other sights of Bulgar:
- Other places for families in Tatarstan:
- Naberezhnye Chelny Dolphinarium;
- entertainment complex "Laguna" in the city of Nizhnekamsk;
- recreation park in Nizhnekamsk;
- the skeleton city of Sviyazhsk;
- bowling center "Bombay" in the city of Naberezhnye Chelny.
In addition to the listed places, in summer time tourists with a child can take a horse ride at one of the hippodromes in Kazan or Naberezhnye Chelny, and in winter - visit ski resort in the village of Fedotovo.
Video review of the sights of Tatarstan
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The last settlement on our route. This is a small town where tourists rarely visit, and in vain. Settlements on the site of modern Arsk appeared in the 13th century, according to legend, it was founded by Khan Batu himself. The city was a large center covering the rear of Kazan - the word itself"Arsk" comes from the Tatar "arts" - rear, behind. Now Arsk and its region are often called Zakazanie.
What needs to be done in Arsk
- Look at one of the most beautiful and oldest railway stations in Tatarstan: made of red brick, with intricate turrets and ledges. The station will celebrate its centenary in 2019.
- Visit New Kyrlay, the homeland of the Tatar “our everything” - Gabdulla Tukay. His poems (both in Russian and in Tatar) are taught by heart in every Tatarstan school. Tukai presented the world with tales of the wondrous Tatar scum - Shurale and Su Anasy. The museum will tell you who they are.
- In New Kyrlay, go to visit the Tatar Santa Claus - Kysh Babay. He has his own residence in Kyrlay, like his colleague in Veliky Ustyug. Interactive tours and shows are held here in winter.
- Look into the museum of the Tatar alphabet book "Alifba" and find out why Tatars do not write in Arabic script.
- Try on real Arsk ichigi - national leather embroidered boots.
Thto bring
It’s a paradox, but it’s quite difficult to buy boots in the homeland of Ichig. More handmade shoes can be found in Kazan. The Ichigi are amazingly beautiful, but careful: the price bites.
