Historic and Architectural Complex of the Kazan Kremlin
Overview
Built on an ancient site, the Kazan Kremlin dates from the Muslim period of the Golden Horde and the Kazan Khanate. It was conquered by Ivan the Terrible in 1552 and became the Christian See of the Volga Land. The only surviving Tatar fortress in Russia and an important place of pilgrimage, the Kazan Kremlin consists of an outstanding group of historic buildings dating from the 16th to 19th centuries, integrating remains of earlier structures of the 10th to 16th centuries.
About Historic and Architectural Complex of the Kazan Kremlin
The Kazan Kremlin is the chief historic citadel of Kazan, a city in Russia. It was built at the behest of Ivan the Terrible on the ruins of the former castle of Kazan khans. It was declared a World Heritage Site in 2000.
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Details
- Countries
- Russian Federation
- ISO Codes
- RU
- Area
- 13.45 ha
- Coordinates
- 55.7995, 49.1065
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