Qazan Cat monument, Aluminum statue on Bauman Street, Kazan, Russia.
Description
The Qazan Cat monument is a three-meter-high aluminum figure resting on a couch, sheltered by a protective roof structure. A small mouse appears nearby in the composition, creating a playful depiction of the hunting relationship.
History
In 1745, Empress Elizabeth Petrovna ordered thirty cats from Kazan to be brought to Saint Petersburg to eliminate mice from the Winter Palace. This historical moment made the animals from this city famous and forms the basis of this monument.
Culture
The monument tells the story of Kazan's cats and their reputation across Russia. Visitors see a reminder of animals that have been part of local identity for centuries.
Practical
The monument is located on Bauman Street, a busy pedestrian zone in central Kazan. The nearest metro stations are Ploshchad Tukaya and Kremlevskaya, from which it is a short walk away.
Did you know?
Kazan cats became known for their powerful bodies, large heads, and muscular necks, which set them apart from other house cats. These special characteristics made them ideal hunters for the imperial palace.
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