Kazan Kremlin — the main attraction of

Kazan Kremlin - the main attraction of Kazan. Historical and architectural attraction of Kazan "Kazan Kremlin" It is the center of government of the republic of Tatarstan. In 2000, the Kazan Kremlin was included in the list of World Cultural Unesco heritage. Himself as a tourist attraction is the Kremlin a collection of other attractions within themselves: Tower Syuyumbike, Kul-Sharif Mosque and Annunciation Cathedral and other equally the world-famous sights of Kazan

Kazan Kremlin is located on a promontory high terraces of the left bank of the Volga and the left bank of the Kazanka. The Kazan Kremlin is a complex of architectural, historical and archaeological sites, revealing its long history: the archaeological remains of the first (12 -13 cc. ), Second (1415 cc. ) And third settlements (15 -16) centuries. ; built from the Volga limestone and brick kremlin, a number of churches and buildings of great historical and architectural and cultural value.

Soyembike tower is inside Kazan Kremlin and recognized architectural Kazan icon. The main feature of this attractions is its slope, for which she was nicknamed "the incident. " Moreover, the angle tilt tower Syuyumbike slightly less famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. So she It ranks third in the corner of the "fall" among all attractions world.

Folk legends depict the extraordinary beauty queen. Upon hearing about it, Ivan the Terrible sent to Syuyumbike matchmakers. Failure of the queen was the cause of the capture of Kazan by Russian troops, after which Syuyumbike agreed to marry, provided that within a week Russian architects will be able to build a high tower. The requirement has been fulfilled. Then the queen went up to the tower, said farewell to the city and rushed downstairs.

It is a legend, in fact, the exact time of construction of the tower, built after the capture of Kazan by Ivan the Terrible, is not known. Scientists refer to the estimated date of construction in 1708. Tower Syuyumbike notable for the fact that it is similar to Piza "falling tower". Its top is inclined from the vertical by nearly 2 meters, which is noticeable to the naked eye.

Kul Sharif Mosque is the main religious Kazan landmark has been restored specially for the celebration of Kazan Millennium in 2005. Interestingly, the Kul Sharif barely recovered from surviving drawings of the previous attractions. The Kul Sharif mosque is also located inside the Kazan Kremlin.

Four centuries ago Kul Sharif Mosque decorated the capital of Kazan Khanate impressing everybody with its magnificence, beauty and rich library. It was named in honor of the last Imam Seid Kul Sharif, scientist, poet and diplomat. During Kazan assault troops of Ivan the Terrible Seid Kul Sharif was one of the leaders of the defense, and died heroically. Were killed and all his followers. The mosque was destroyed.

It was built in 1562. Cathedral of the Annunciation to the revolution of 1917 was the main cathedral of the Kazan diocese. It committed the most solemn service, all the famous guests of Kazan visited him. Among them were: A. Radishchev, Pushkin, S. Rachmaninov. The cathedral choir sang F. Chaliapin. The cathedral Peter I, Catherine II and other Russian emperors.

Square near the Annunciation now adorns the cathedral sculpture "The architects of the Kazan Kremlin ", set in 2003 year. The monument consists of two pieces - architect-Russian, holding on lap drawing Spasskaya Tower, and architect-Tatar.

On the right side of the cathedral at the place where Khan's Guard was, located Cannon yard. Here, in the XVII-XVIII centuries it made and stored heavy weapons. Cannon Courtyard Kazan Kremlin started its history in the 17 th century, when three buildings were built. The fourth boundary of the yard served as the Kremlin wall. There was carried out, and repaired weapons. It was the biggest weapon shop in the country.

The main building of the Gun Court was rebuilt several times. At first it was used to store weapons, then it began to cast cannon, and after that it was used for the officers charged. In 1815 the production of weapons ceased after a devastating fire. In the 20 th century Cannon Yard has failed to fulfill its previous functions in the main dining room was arranged for the soldiers.

From the mosque will go on to the Spasskaya Tower, the main front entrance to the territory Kazan Kremlin. The tower was built in 1562 and received a masters of Pskov its name from an icon of the Saviour, which Ivan the Terrible appeared at the walls of Kazan. For a long time, except for the icon in the tower it was kept fighting banner of hero Kulikov battle of Prince Dmitry Donskoy.

Kazan kreml- historical heart of Kazan, combining in his appearance and Islamic orthodox, Russian and Tatar motives. World Heritage Monument since 2000. Governor's Palace in the Kremlin is the residence of the President of Tatarstan. Thank you for your attention