Historically, Kazan was the capital of the Khanate of Kazan, and was conquered by Ivan the Terrible in the 16th century, at which point the city became a part of the Tsardom of Russia.

Kazan, capital city, Tatarstan republic, western Russia. It lies just north of the Samara Reservoir on the Volga River, where it is joined by the Kazanka River.

Especially beautiful here at sunset, when the backlight comes on, the palace looks even more spectacular, as if it were coming alive. It's a great place for a photo and a leisurely walk. A …

Kazan holds the title of "The Third Capital of Russia" (after Moscow and Saint Petersburg), taking this title from the competing Nizhny Novgorod. By many measures, Kazan has the one of the …

As the capital city of the Republic of Tatarstan, Kazan is a glorious city that represents Russia's Tsarist past. With complex palaces, towering churches, and a thriving cultural scene, Kazan is …

Welcome to Kazan A city of contrasts, combining the flavor of the Wise East and the business acumen of the Rational West. Here, ancient architecture is harmoniously replaced by modern …

Kazan is the biggest city and the capital of the Tatarstan Republic of Russia. Being one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, Kazan, surprisingly, appears to be a very modern and …

Kazan, the capital and largest city of the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia, is renowned for its vibrant mix of Russian and Tatar cultures. It is located at the confluence of the Volga and Kazanka …

Sep 24, 2022 · Kazan - Overview Kazan, the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, is a city with a long history located about 820 km east of Moscow on the left bank of the Volga River. This is …

Kazan ranks as the fifth-largest city in Russia with a population around 2 million in the larger metropolitan region and more than 1.3 million people inside its municipal limits.