Tatarstan, Russie

Kazan

Affordable cost of living

Kazan, capital of the Republic of Tatarstan, is one of Russia's most fascinating cities. Nicknamed the country's third capital, it harmoniously combines Russian and Tatar cultures, Islam and Orthodoxy, with a UNESCO-listed Kremlin. Very affordable, ultra-modern since the 2018 World Cup, it offers remarkable quality of life away from big city hustle.

Highlights

Lowest cost of living
Unique Russo-Tatar culture
Ultra-modern post-World Cup city
International student community

Neighborhoods to know

Kremlin de Kazan

HistoriqueUNESCOTouristique

Historic heart of the city, between Kul Sharif mosque and cathedral.

Quartier de l'Universite

EtudiantAnimeAbordable

Around one of Russia's oldest universities.

Nouveau Kazan

ModerneCommercialSport

New districts built for the 2018 World Cup.

“I didn't know Kazan before arriving for my studies. It's a revelation: clean, modern city, the people are warm to foreigners, and my rent is 3 times cheaper than in Moscow.”

Thomas L.

Etudiant a Kazan depuis 1 an

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