Quick facts about Kazan
| 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. |
