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The Land of 1001 Delights

"Ekiyat" Puppet Theatre The building of "Ekiyat" Puppet Theatre is a sure head-turner. Its enchanting turrets and stained glass windows catch the eye from far away. The entrance is crowned by a phoenix bird surrounded by brightly coloured puppets, and the timid "Little Prince" greets visitors from a roof top. The interior is equally fabulous. Shows are given in Russian and Tatar languages. During summer, the square in front of the theater becomes a place of colorful flower festival, and during winter turns into a large ice camp for children. Temple of All Religions The temple is a symbol of the peaceful co-existence of people of different religions and ethnicities in Tatarstan. It is a unique complex combining Orthodox and Catholic churches, a Muslim mosque, a Jewish synagogue, a Buddhist temple, a Chinese pagoda - many iconic elements of 16 world religions, including the images of lost civilizations. The temple is intended as an architectural symbol of religious unity rather than a working church. It was built by a local artist Ildar Khanov using charitable donations. The temple opens its doors for art exhibitions and music evenings.
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