Pink Mosque, Regional cultural heritage site and mosque in Kazan, Russia.
The Pink Mosque in Kazan is a regional cultural monument featuring characteristic Islamic architectural design from the 19th century. The structure displays ornate minarets, elaborate facade details, and interior spaces designed for traditional worship.
The structure was built in 1808 and reflects Islamic building styles that were practiced in early 19th-century Tatarstan. Its construction demonstrates how Tatar architects combined religious requirements with local building techniques.
The mosque is known locally as Rozovaya or Nizenkaya Buharskaya and serves as an active place of worship for the Tatar Muslim community. Visitors can observe how the space is used for daily prayers and religious observances.
Visitors should keep in mind that this is an active place of worship, so shoes should be removed and modest clothing is expected. The best time to visit is outside prayer times, when you can freely explore the architecture and interior spaces.
The building earned its name 'Pink' not from a pink color but from its historical location near a market where raisins (rozovoe in Tatar) were sold. This origin story illustrates how the proximity between trade centers and religious sites shaped the city's development.
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