Märcani Mosque, 18th century mosque in İske Bistä, Kazan, Russia
The stone Märcani Mosque features white and green façades, a central dome, and a minaret rising above the main prayer hall.
The mosque opened its doors in 1770, making it the first stone mosque permitted by Catherine the Great after centuries of restrictions on Islamic construction.
The mosque interior displays traditional Islamic calligraphy and geometric patterns, representing the artistic heritage of Tatar Muslim communities in Kazan.
Regular prayer services occur five times daily, while guided tours for non-Muslim visitors take place between prayer times with appropriate dress required.
The mosque remains active through major historical changes, from Imperial Russia through the Soviet period to modern times without interruption.
Location: Kazan
Inception: 1766
Official opening: 1770
Website: http://mechet-marjani.ru
GPS coordinates: 55.78289,49.11811
Latest update: May 10, 2025 23:57
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