In early June, Kazan met us with piercing blue skies, a silver Volga and the Bright Sun, against the background of which the majestic peaks of the mosque Kol-Sharif. Ideal weather for the city's contemplation from the viewing platforms of the Kazan Kremlin and skiing on pleasure boats. So the city remained in memory - sunny, clean, cozy and very beautiful. Kazan - Tourist city, there are maps of routes in public places, agencies, ready to organize excursions around the city and surroundings and even a special red tourist bus, having travelers in attractions. As in Moscow or other European capitals. Walk slowly on foot along the central street or around the Kazan Kremlin. Take a look at one of the restaurants of Tatar cuisine or watch the majestic freedom with a well-kept embankment. To walk in Kazan is a pleasure, and if the legs are tired, but I want to see a lot - take a bike for rent. The sidewalks and city roads are very convenient for cyclists. Not far from the capital is the ancient city of Sviyazhsk, who stands on the island in the middle of the Volga. The road to it is very picturesque - green plains spread around, the river in this place is much spilled. So, dozens of small lakes are formed, each of which reflects the glare of the sun. From the island itself, you can watch the valley infinitely, especially during the sunset. It is very beautiful in these places!
In Kazan, many hotels for every taste and wallet. In general, the city goes along the path of European tourist places and is actively developing the infrastructure friendly traveler. Here you will feel very comfortable, and the traditional Tatar friendliness and hospitality will allow you to fall in love with this city for a long time.
The main mosque of Tatarstan Count Sharif is worth a separate mention. It was built not so long ago, in the 2000s, but so harmoniously fits into the landscape of the ancient Kazan Kremlin, that if you look from afar, it seems as if it stands here for several centuries. Be sure to raise a minaret - the city view is awesome. In the whole city side by side, the luxurious Orthodox temples and mosques, recalling about equal respect and honoring all the religions, which is very true - because we live in a multinational country.
I think that the journey to Kazan will remain a bright spot in your diary of memories and you will want to further open Russia. After all, there are so many unexplored and beautiful places.