Temple of All Religions

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The Temple of All Religions or the Universal Temple (Russian: Вселенский храм) is an architectural complex in the Staroye Arakchino Microdistrict of Kazan, Russia. It consists of several types of religious architecture including an Orthodox church, a mosque, and a synagogue, among others. It is currently under construction, having been started in 1992 by local artist and philanthropist Ildar Khanov. The structure serves as a cultural center and a residence for Khanov and his assistants.

Khanov is known for his efforts in the treatment of alcoholism, drug addiction, and various other diseases. His former and current patients help him to maintain and develop the Temple, either by direct involvement in the construction work or through sponsorship.

The structure is not an active temple of any one religion, but rather, as Khanov describes its mission, a "temple of culture and truth". It has become a popular landmark in the city of Kazan, which takes pride in the peaceful combination of different cultures (Islamic Tatar culture, Orthodox Russian, and others). The Temple is visited both by tourists and by people seeking Khanov's help.

Khanov says that eventually the structure will have 16 cupolas, corresponding to the 16 major world religions including past religions that are no longer practiced.

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10.10.2021 Wanna
Nowadays, it's almost closed to restore some parts of area. However, it's colorful and located along the Volga River thus very interesting.
10.10.2021 Eduard
Wonderful place, interesting philosophy. Every day inspired by it.
This is something of Tatarstan can truly be proud of.
Perhaps if you really want to know why this Church and what is the intention of the founder.
We can hardly wonder from what materials it is built. Here the case is different.
See, here the matter is that you will be able to rise much above the usual point of view on the world and the universe spiritual and physical. You can even look at the world just above the level of religions.
Well, of course, you immediately wonder, where is God, and what is the truth. Ooooooo, you come to the right place.
You should talk with the rector of the Church. If you are truly interested in these questions, you will be able to talk to him.
It is really very interesting.
Seek and you will find. Good luck!
10.10.2021 Andrey
Insanely cool building. Honestly went there expecting a large state project, and only learned on the spot that this is almost a "cottage" of the architect, therefore, was at first stunned, and then realization of a total work of one person. My respect and reverence!
10.10.2021 Maksim
Pretty interesting idea, very unusual and striking building. You can come and see the temple from all sides on the outside.
10.10.2021 Yuriy
The temple is not built yet and I have the feeling that the construction is generally suspended. If you cross the road you can admire the river Volga.
10.10.2021 IL
Exceptional nonsense. This building is in a holiday village on the roadway between the railroad tracks and highway (under between I mean almost back to back) resembles a jumble or country house which was built several generations of materials which were on hand at the current time. A special trip is not worth. If you go by train, you will see this building from the window at the entrance to Kazan.
10.10.2021 Wanna
Nowadays, it's almost closed to restore some parts of area. However, it's colorful and located along the Volga River thus very interesting to visit even we couldn't go inside.
10.10.2021 Aleksandr
Unusual place, which can be reached by bus from the railway station, and at the W/D. the Building is located on the Volga river and is a private project of a architect. As far as I know, now the rapid construction or development not for financial reasons, so in November 2015, I saw this building not over. To get inside that also failed, but the external examination brought pleasure.
10.10.2021 Konstantin
The temple of all religions built by the enthusiast. One of the main attractions of Kazan. Unfortunately, not completed. Beautiful. Interesting idea. Worth a visit
10.10.2021 Amine
A beautiful complex but it was closed and felt abandoned when i visited. It consists of different religion architectures mixed together but nothing so special about it. Worth the visit if you have some time to kill before taking a train for example. Bus n°2 takes you there in 20min from Kazan station
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