Kazan is a city where East meets West, where the Volga River flows through a landscape of churches and mosques, and where the ancient and the modern coexist. As the capital of Tatarstan, a semi-autonomous republic within Russia, Kazan offers a unique blend of cultures, languages, and traditions. You can explore the impressive kremlin, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and admire the stunning Kul Sharif Mosque, one of the largest in Europe. You can also learn about the local cuisine at the Chak-Chak Museum, where you can taste the sweet honey balls that are a Tatar specialty. Or you can immerse yourself in the Soviet-era art and music at the quirky Museum of Soviet Lifestyle. Kazan is a city that surprises and delights, and a destination that will enrich your understanding of Russia and Eurasia.