Thousandth Anniversary of Islam Mosque Mosque
Large modern mosque in Kazan commemorating Islam's millennium
In Kazan, the Mosque of the Thousandth Anniversary of Islam commemorates the region's Islamic history; visitors note its minarets and the mosque's place within Tatarstan's religious and cultural landscape.
Thousandth Anniversary of Islam Mosque at a Glance#
Address: Kazan, Tatarstan (exact mosque location in city)
How to Get to Thousandth Anniversary of Islam Mosque#
The mosque is in Kazan city; from the central railway station it can be reached by local bus or taxi in 10-20 minutes depending on traffic. Kazan also has a tram and metro system that serves central areas; check local transit maps for exact stops.
Tips for Visiting Thousandth Anniversary of Islam Mosque#
- Attend a prayer service or cultural program when possible to see the mosque in full use and hear the acoustic qualities of the prayer hall.
- Visitors should observe mosque etiquette: dress modestly and remove shoes before entering the prayer space.
- Check for festival days-Eid or local religious anniversaries change the mosque's daily rhythms and increase crowds.
Best Time to Visit Thousandth Anniversary of Islam Mosque#
Best in summer or late spring for comfortable weather and local cultural events.
Weather & Climate near Thousandth Anniversary of Islam Mosque#
Thousandth Anniversary of Islam Mosque's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Continental - Warm-Summer Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -15°C to 25°C. Moderate rainfall (533 mm/year).
January
January is the coldest month with highs of -8°C and lows of -15°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is freezing with highs of -7°C and lows of -14°C. Light rainfall and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is freezing with highs of 0°C and lows of -8°C. The driest month with just 27 mm and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with 67 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (65 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of 1°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is freezing with highs of -1°C and lows of -6°C. Moderate rainfall (41 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is freezing with highs of -5°C and lows of -12°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
