Zelenodolsk, Industrial city in Tatarstan, Russia.
Zelenodolsk is a city on the Volga River in Tatarstan, roughly 40 kilometers west of Kazan. The settlement follows the riverbank, where residential blocks, factory compounds, and public facilities create a mixed urban layout.
The settlement emerged after 1865 with the expansion of railway lines that linked vast regions of the Russian Empire. During the 20th century, the town developed into a shipbuilding center and later gained official city status within Tatarstan.
The municipal venues regularly present performances that demonstrate the intersection of Russian and Tatar traditions through music, dance, and theatrical productions.
Visitors arriving by train from Kazan can reach the city in roughly 40 minutes and should plan to explore on foot or using local transport. Main facilities concentrate along the primary streets, while the riverside areas offer space for walking.
The city name comes from Tatar and means Green River, reflecting the wooded surroundings along the Volga banks. In Tatar, the place is called Yäşel Üzän, while the Russian version Zelenodolsk carries the same meaning.
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