Dear friends!
You are welcome to one of the wonderful cities of Russia! Kazan is the capital
of the Republic of Tatarstan which is one of the Russia's leading regions in economical,
political and industrial spheres. Kazan is continuously increasing its industrial and
intellectual potential, pioneering many social and economic reforms in Russia.
Today, Kazan actively integrates in the world economical and cultural relations. It is a priority of the city development strategy.
Being situated right in the core of Russia, Kazan bridges the Western and Eastern civilizations, the Christian and Moslem worlds. The celebration of the city's millennium showed the great interest to the Kazan history and the present day. It also showed that Kazan can play an important role in the world business and cultural life.
We are glad to see you in our city. Enjoy its beauty and hospitality. You are welcome to Kazan!
Mayor of the city of Kazan
llsur Metshin
The city of Kazan in its past present and future
Kazan is the political and cultural center of the Tatarstan Republic, which is one of the subjects of the Russian Federation. The city is situated 797 km east of Moscow. Kazan is an important road, railway and airway junction, as well as the largest river port on the Volga.
The official languages are Russian and Tatar. The official currency is rouble. The climate is moderate continental.
Kazan population is about 1.2 million people. In 2005, Kazan celebrated its 1000th anniversary.
The cultural and historical value of Kazan city is comparable with that of Moscow and St.-Petersburg. Kazan was awarded by UNESCO for its unique tours up and down the Volga river. There are many theatres, cinemas and libraries in the city.
Annually it holds various international music festivals, art exhibitions and scientific forums. Kazan is the industrial and business center of the Tatarstan Republic. Aircraft producing companies, chemical plants and different food producing companies are situated here.
The city is open for international cooperation. Over 100 companies with foreign investments and over 150 agencies of foreign companies are registered here. Foreign investments have been constantly increasing for the last five years. Major foreign investors are companies from Switzerland, Germany, the USA, Slowenia and the Republic of Cyprus.