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Russia, Kazan, Qolşärif mosque in the Kremlin

Kazan (it is situated about 800 km to the East off Moscow) is the capital city of the Republic of Tatarstan in Russia. The most well-known touristic attraction in Kazan is the Kremlin that was built on behest of Ivan the Terrible on the ruins of the former castle of Kazan khans. It was declared a World Heritage Site in 2000 and is protected by UNESCO.

Until 2009 Qolşärif was the largest mosque in Europe excluding Istanbul. Originally, the mosque was built in Kazan Kremlin in the 16th century. It was named after Qolşärif who served there. Qolşärif died with his numerous students while defending Kazan from Russian forces in 1552. It is believed that the building featured minarets, both in the form of cupolas and tents. Its design was traditional for Volga Bulgaria, although elements of early Renaissance and Ottoman architecture could have been used as well. In 1552, during the storm of Kazan it was destroyed by Ivan The Terrible.

Since 1996 the mosque has been rebuilt in Kazan Kremlin, although its look is decisively modern. Its inauguration on July 24, 2005 marked the beginning of celebrations dedicated to the Millennium of Kazan.

The photo was made with Canon 5D that I put on the marble baluster wet after the rain.

On a trip with :iconrandomsearcher: :love:

Canon 5D, Tamron 17-35, ISO 200, F/11, 0.6 sec, RAW
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Suggester says; Just one look at this wonderful photograph and you are left speechless. I could spend hours just looking at the colours and the amazing detail. Perfect photograph in every way.
Kazan: Qolsharif Mosque by *Nightcitylights ( Suggested by *RebechaWW and Featured by `ScENeYmE )
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=rusrick Mar 30, 2012  New member Professional Digital Artist
I used to live in Kazan. Taught American Studies at the pedagogical university. Going back for a visit this summer. Wonderful shot, especially with the reflection from the rain water.

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*Nightcitylights Feb 23, 2012
Many thanks!

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Gladly:)

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wow,this building is so exotic for me,but it looks magnificient

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*Crystaldelic Dec 23, 2011  Hobbyist Photographer
love this. :heart:

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~fireballeight Nov 22, 2011
u r good at reflections hehehehe
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~oceaniclove Nov 2, 2011
This is so pretty!
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Mood: Wow! *kokinomala Nov 2, 2011
gorgeous!;)
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