Nizhnekamsk
16 places
Monument to Defenders of Motherland (Eternal Flame)
Nizhnekamsk, Stroiteley (U Shkoly №1) Ave
The Monument to Defenders of the Motherland in Nizhnekamsk is located at School #1 on Builders Avenue. It was opened on May 9, 1985 and commemorates the memory of defenders of the Fatherland. At the center of the memorial there is Eternal Flame with a flame brought from Volgograd. The composition includes figures of war-time workers and children surrounded by flower beds and green plantations. Here annually commemorative events are held on Victory Day.
Ahshan Fatkhutdinov Museum
Nizhnekamsk, pos. Krasny Kluch, Emb Naberezhnaya, 11
Akhsem Fathutdinov Museum of Folk Artist is in Nizhnekamsk near river Kam. It was opened in 2016 to celebrate half-century anniversary of the city. Here are exhibited paintings, sculptures and works of decorative-applied art by the master who became a symbol of Nizhnekamsk thanks to his national reliefs and frescoes. Akhsem Fathutdinov received State Award named after Gabdulla Tukay and is honorary citizen of Tatarstan.
Nizhnekamsk Jamig Mosque
Nizhnekamsk, Khimikov Ave, 59
Al-Yamamah Mosque "Jami" is located in Nizhnekamsk on Khimikov Avenue, 59. It is one of the largest mosques in Russia with minarets up to 66 meters high. The main prayer hall has an area of 900 sq.m., while the total complex area is 2,500 sq.m. The building is designed in the style of neo-romantic modern Tatar architecture. In the evening, the mosque is illuminated by white spotlights and green lighting. Construction took place from 1989 to 1996 to commemorate the thirtieth anniversary of the city.
Nizhnekamsk City Museum (Comprehensive Museum)
Nizhnekamsk, Stroiteley Ave, 14
The Nizhnekamsk City Comprehensive Museum is situated in a distinctive building with towers and weather vanes constructed pursuant to an original plan. Opened on September 22, 1976, to mark the tenth anniversary of the city, its exhibits encompass nine thematic rooms, such as "Merchants' Parlour" dedicated to the benefactors Stakheyevy family and the room "Nizhnekamsk Antiquity" showcasing artifacts from the 17th to 19th centuries. Additionally, there is a fine art gallery displaying works by regional painters and an aquarium named "Coral Reef." Offering regular offsite exhibitions and workshops, the museum welcomes visitors.
Gabdulla Tukaya Monument
Nizhnekamsk, G. Tukay Park
Gabdulla Tukaya, great Tatar poet's monument is located in his name park in Nizhnekamsk. Around it there is a national Tatar garden with elements of traditional architecture. There are also sculptures of characters from the poet's works here creating an atmosphere of his creativity. This place is intended for rest and reading, inspired by the legacy of the classic of Tatar literature.
Musa Jaili Monument
Nizhnekamsk, skver Lemayeva
In Nizhnekamsk, in Lemaev's garden, a monument to the famous Tatar poet Musa Jalil has been installed. The sculpture is made of bronze and stands on a granite pedestal. The author of the monument is master Rais Safin, a well-known woodcarver. During his imprisonment in Moabit prison, Jalil created his famous patriotic poems - "Moabit Notebooks". Posthumously, he was awarded the Lenin Prize.
Nikolay Lemayev Monument
Nizhnekamsk, Lemaeva Sq
Nikolay Lemayev Monument is located in the center of Nizhnekamsk, on his name square. It stands in a park named after the outstanding USSR Minister of Pyotrochemical Industry and Hero of Socialist Labor, who is considered the founder of the city. Nearby the monument is a large city fountain.
MonumenttoFirstBuildersNizhnekamsk
Nizhnekamsk, Skver Pervostroiteley
The monument to the founders of Nizhnekamsk is located in the First Builders' Grove and symbolizes the labor achievements of those who founded the city in 1961 as a center for petrochemistry. It is situated in a picturesque place and reminds us of the people who laid the foundations of Nizhnekamsk from its very beginning.
SevenYa Park
Nizhnekamsk, Vakhitova / Prospekt Shinnikov Ave
SevenYa Park in Nizhnekamsk is located on the site of a former forested area and has become a popular recreation spot thanks to its natural zones "Birch Grove" and "Spruce Forest". There are walking paths with wooden surfaces, cozy cafes along the alleys and comfortable benches. For families with children there are play areas with swings, carousels and fountains. In the Spruce Forest there are squirrels that have been provided with living conditions and feeding facilities. The park is kept clean and well-lit.
Gabdulla-Tukay-Reading-and-Rest-Park
Nizhnekamsk, Tukaya St
Gabdulla Tyulkevich Reading and Rest Park in Nizhnekamsk is a place where national Tatar style is recreated with a monument to poet Gabdulla Tyulekhev and his characters as sculptures. There is an area for free reading with access to paper books, audio books and e-versions. The reconstructed park has become part of the city's open library and is popular among residents and visitors as a cozy place for relaxation.
Saint Fountain
Nizhnekamsk, pos. Krasny Kluch, ul. Kleynaya
The spring "Svyaty Klyuch" is situated in Krasnyy Kluch village near Nizhnekamsk. Surrounding the source is an attractive park with rare trees planted by merchant Stakheev in the 19th century. The water from this spring is regarded for its therapeutic qualities and serves as a site of devotion for Muslim and Orthodox worshippers. Adjacent to the spring stands a sculptural ensemble featuring Cupid, along with a small lake created by the spring's flow. This location draws visitors and pilgrims because of its scenic charm and historical importance.
Lemayeva Square
Nizhnekamsk, Lemaeva Sq
N.V. Lemayev Square is located in Nizhnekamsk near his name square. There is a children's playground "Steps of Creativity" with musical, drawing and chess zones. A modern fountain designed by architects F.G. Khanov and A.H. Akhmadiyarov is also present. In 2017, the square was modernized within the republican program. Surveillance cameras are installed around the perimeter. The square has a monument to the city's founder Nikolay Vasilyevich Lemayev; nearby there is a mosque and city museum.
Tatar Drama Theatre named after Tufan Minnulin
Nizhnekamsk, Kaymanova St, 9
Tatar Drama Theatre named after Tufan Minnullin is located in Nizhnekamsk at Kaimanova street, 9. Founded in 1989 as a theater studio of Neftehim. Since 2012 it bears the name of famous Tatar dramatist Tufan Minnullin. The theatre is equipped with modern acoustics and offers performances of various genres: adult plays and children's puppet shows. The first premiere of the theatre was musical comedy "Kyzlar kyzyk etälär". Auditorium can accommodate up to 200 people.
Holy Resurrection Church
Nizhnekamsk, Muradyana St, 5
The Church of the Resurrection of Christ in Nizhnekamsk stands on a hill accessible via twelve broad staircase steps. Its facade is adorned with arches, columns and narrow windows, topped by a golden dome with a spire. Next to it is a tall bell tower with a gilded roof. Inside the church are icons of saints Seraphim of Sarov and Simon of Verkhoturye. The building was designed by architect A.H. Akhmadiyarova and consecrated in 2000 by Archbishop of Kazan and Tatarstan Anastasy. The painting of the church was created by artists under the guidance of D. Musin.
Kazan Cathedral
Nizhnekamsk, Krasny Kluch settlement, Sadova Street, 5
Kazan Icon of the Mother of God Church in Krasny Kluch village, Nizhnekamsk, attracts attention with its distant visible golden bells. The church was built from 2005 to 2009 and combines light facades with a blue roof. Next to it is St. John of Krondstadt chapel. It is popular among believers and tourists due to the harmonious architecture and picturesque surroundings.
ChurchoftheIntercessionontheLife-GivingHolyMotherofGod
Nizhnekamsk, pos. Bolshoe Afanasovo, ul. Tsentralnaya, 61
The Church of the Intercession of the Holy Virgin in Big Afanasovo village, Nizhnekamsk, was built in 1817 and is an architectural monument in the classicism style. The building is painted in a lapis-blue wall color and royal blue roofs. After returning to Kazan Diocese in 1990, it underwent restoration with support from local enterprises. There is a well-maintained garden with flower beds and shrubs nearby. Previously, the building was used as clubs and warehouses during Soviet times.
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