Museum of Islamic Culture, Islamic culture museum in Kazan Kremlin, Russia.
The Museum of Islamic Culture sits on the ground floor of the Kul Sharif Mosque and displays items related to Islamic history in the Volga region. The rooms hold manuscripts, crafts, religious objects, and everyday pieces from different time periods.
The museum opened in 2006 and displays the first Quran printed in Kazan from 1803 among its collection. This publication marked the start of printing religious texts in this region.
The exhibits show how Islam has been lived and shaped within Tatar communities along the Volga region. You see manuscripts, religious objects, and personal items that reveal how this tradition became part of family life and daily practice.
The museum is open daily and visitors can explore the exhibits at their own pace. Guided tours in multiple languages are available if arranged in advance.
The museum features interactive digital displays showing Arabic text with Russian translations and audio recordings of Quranic verses. Visitors can use this technology to experience the pronunciation and recitation of sacred passages.
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