A trendy place where you can walk and have fun in the capital of Tatarstan is the long embankment along the left bank of the Kazanka. It stretches for 1.5 km from the stone walls of the Kazan Kremlin to the Kazan cultural center. There is a lot of entertainment on the modern promenade, so it is interesting to come here at any time of the year.
Construction history
In 2005 the citizens of Kazan celebrated a big anniversary - the 1000th anniversary of the foundation of the city. After lavish celebrations, old houses began to be demolished near the Kremlin, and elite residential complexes were built instead. 5 years later, a grandiose Farmers' Palace, spacious square and green square.
In 2013, for the Universiade, the coastline was expanded and the first stage of the embankment was opened. Two years later, the builders completed the improvement of the entire promenade.
It is interesting that the residents themselves gave the name to the street. An Internet vote was held in the city, and the majority of Kazan residents wanted the new embankment to be called "Kremlin". In just a year, the promenade near the Kazanka River has become as popular as the famous Bauman Street.
Entertainment and attractions
The long promenade is divided into zones that are designed for visitors of different ages and interests. There are several restaurants, cafes and a free workout area near the Kazan Kremlin. Children can ride a carousel, while outdoor enthusiasts can rent walking and sports bicycles, regular and electric scooters, roller skates, two-seat and four-seat velomobiles, longboards and ice skates.
A separate part of the promenade is occupied by the Alley of Arts. Exhibitions of artists and photographers are held here, a small free library is open, and in the evenings guests are entertained by street musicians. Those who love to play music themselves enjoy playing stylish pianos.
Parents with preschoolers are regulars of the "Family Alley". Children enjoy taking pictures on funny benches, swinging on swings and playing on the asphalt. If you come to Kazan with a baby, you can leave your baby with peace of mind in a nursery that works right on the embankment. Children from 1.5 to 6 years old are accepted from 16:00 to 21:00 on weekdays, and from 12:00 to 21:00 on weekends.
At the end of the promenade is the Youth Alley. This is the place where sea battle, twister, checkers and floor chess are played. All year round, concerts, sports competitions, themed discos, yoga classes, flash mobs and colorful fireworks are held on the embankment. Interesting master classes are popular, where those who wish are taught drawing and dancing.
Winter fun
In winter, a skating rink about 1 km long is poured along the coastal street. Skate rental costs 150 rubles per hour, and renting a locker for storing bags and things is 50-70 rubles (2020).
Before the new year, a magnificent "Fairy Town" is arranged on the promenade. Here and there ice figures appear, in the evenings they light up bright illumination: hot tea and pastries are sold in kiosks, and adults and children ride down the slides on sledges and tubing.
Pros and cons of the waterfront
The Kremlin embankment is loved for its magnificent views of the spacious Kazanka Valley, the walls and towers of the Kazan Kremlin, the unusual Palace of Farmers and the historic city center. The pedestrian area is great for selfies and memorable photos. It's nice to take a picture on a funny piano bench or a butterfly bench, admire the sparkling canopy of garlands and unusual sculptures!
One path for walking is laid in the open air along the river bank, and the other goes among the pavilions. The third wide lane with road markings is used by those who ride bicycles, scooters and rollerblades. In addition, a small Italian train with carriages travels along it.
It is convenient to get to the Kazan promenade by car. Nearby there is a 24-hour parking lot for 200 cars. Parking for up to 20 minutes is free, 1 hour of parking costs 50 rubles, and a day - 700 rubles (2020).
The new attraction of Kazan also has critics. Some city residents and tourists are not happy with the Kremlin embankment. They believe that a lot of unnecessary things are piled up in an open place, so it is more pleasant to walk in city parks or along the embankment of Lake Nizhniy Kaban.
How to get there
The promenade is easily accessible on foot from the Kremlevskaya metro station. If you want to get there by ground transport, use city buses 22, 28 and 89. You need to get off at the Baturina Street stop.
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