The Kazan Kremlin

On a high hill, located on the left Bank of the Kazanka river, stands a symbol and main attraction of the city, its heart and soul – the Kazan Kremlin is the historical, architectural and archaeological monument. During the capture of the city in 1551, many of the structures and walls of the Kazan Kremlin were destroyed, so in their place was erected a new one. Today like mixed century: next to the buildings of the tenth century, settled buildings of the twentieth century. Since 2000, the entire ensemble is under UNESCO protection. The area of the Kazan Kremlin is 150 thousand m 2, and the total length of the walls, the width of which is about 3 m., is more than 2 km and the height of the walls of the Kazan Kremlin exceeds 6 m. the Distinguishing feature of the Kremlin is a unique mix of cultural and historical monuments of the Orthodox and Muslim religions.

Come to us beloved Kazan, admire the Kazan Kremlin!