Quick facts about Kazan

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  • Area

    425 sq km

  • Location

    Located in the center of the European part of Russia on the banks of the Volga and the Kama Rivers.

  • Geographic coordinates

    55 45 N, 49 10 E

  • Population

    1,110,000 (2005 est.)

  • Foundation

    Second half of the 13th century

  • Climate

    Temperate with warm summers and pretty cold winters.

  • UTC/GMT Offset

    UTC/GMT + 3 hours

  • Area code

    8432

  • Major attractions

    Kremlin, Kazan University, Peter and Paul Cathedral.

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