Kanash

Kanash is a railway junction town in the Chuvash Republic that sits at a key transportation crossroads. It functions as a central transit hub where passengers can transfer between multiple regional rail lines.

The settlement emerged in 1891 after the Moscow-Kazan railway line was completed and gained town status in 1925. The railway construction brought infrastructure and population growth that transformed it into a key transportation junction.

The town developed as an educational center from the early 1900s onward, with schools that shaped generations of students. This tradition remains visible in the public institutions that structure daily community life today.

The town sits on multiple railway lines that travelers can easily access. For longer stays, walking through the town is a good way to explore the surroundings and view the railway infrastructure from different angles.

One of the region's first power stations was built in 1929 to supply electricity to the railway station and surrounding villages. This early energy facility was a technical milestone that enabled the modern operation of the railway.

Inception: 1892

Elevation above the sea: 190 m

Website: http://gkan.cap.ru

GPS coordinates: 55.51667,47.50000

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:24