Nizhnekamsk on a map of Russia with streets and houses

Nizhnekamsk is a young city, founded in the taiga on the Kama River in 1961 (the official date of foundation is January 12, 1965). Its construction began simultaneously with the construction of a huge petrochemical plant for the production of tires for domestic cars.

The tire “capital” of Russia, which was under construction day and night, quickly became one of the most convenient cities for people to live in Russia. Comfortable housing, wide straight streets border with Muslim and Christian temples, park areas and sports grounds are safe and accessible at any time. The comfortable urban environment is complemented by historical monuments and attractions in the surrounding area.

What interesting things to see on the way to Nizhnekamsk: guide to Tatarstan.

Where is Nizhnekamsk located?

Nizhnekamsk is a city in the Republic of Tatarstan, the administrative center of the Nizhnekamsk region, forms the urban settlement of the city of Nizhnekamsk.
It is located in a bend of the Kama River, on the left bank, near the confluence of the Zay River and the Kama. The distance to the river port is 2 km. The approximate population of the city is 238 thousand people, the area of Nizhnekamsk is 116 square kilometers. The climate in Nizhnekamsk is temperate continental. The annual precipitation rate is 565 mm. Average annual air humidity is 72%. Nizhnekamsk is located in the same time zone as Moscow, the offset relative to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) is +3.

Churches and Temples

Central Mosque

Address: Khimikov Avenue, 59 Phone: (8555)360736 Website: https://muhtasibatnk.ru Opening hours: 5.00-21.00 Mon-Sun

One of the youngest and most beautiful Muslim churches in Russia, built at the end of the 20th century (1989-96) according to the design of I. Sabitov, R. I. Makuev, F. G. Khanov in the center of Nizhnekamsk at a traffic intersection next to modern high-rise residential areas .

The multi-minaret mosque (the height of the corner minarets is 66 m), built on a geometrically regular rectangular area, surprises with its lightness, weightlessness, light and upward direction.

The complex is multifaceted: it performs not only a cult, but also an educational function. On its territory there is a library, a cultural and historical center, a madrasah, and a hotel.

Church of the Resurrection

Address: st. Muradyana, 5 Phone: (8555)365085 Website: vk.com/orthodox_nk Opening hours: 7.30-18.00 Mon-Sun

A young single-altar church, built at the end of the 20th century and illuminated in 2000. The Christian church, located on a hill, resembles a modern ship.

The wooden iconostasis, especially revered icons of Seraphim of Sarov, St. Nicholas, and righteous Simeon of Verkhoturye speak of the past. People come here to venerate the relics of the saints of the Kiev Pechersk Lavra.

New churches are being built near the church at the expense of parishioners. And gradually one of the most beautiful Orthodox church complexes in Tatarstan appears near the Neftekhimiki Park.

Nizhnekamsk Airport

Nizhnekamsk is home to the Begishevo international airport of federal significance. The distance from the city center is 27 km. Airport type: civil. Capacity is more than 400 people per hour.

The airport serves major Russian and international airlines: S7 Airlines, Aeroflot, Atlasglobal, Izhavia, Pobeda. Popular flight destinations: Moscow, Nizhny Novgorod, Antalya, Yekaterinburg. Annual passenger traffic is more than 700 thousand people.

Lemaev Park

Continuing to describe the sights of Nizhnekamsk, one cannot help but remember this park. Lemaev Park is a cultivated corner of nature in Nizhnekamsk. It is named after the Minister of Oil Industry of the Soviet Union.

Nikolai Lemaev at one time made a lot of efforts for the prosperity of the city. Beautiful alleys, well-groomed lawns and flower beds, the largest fountain in the city, as well as several original gazebos were created thanks to him. The park has paths for rollerblading and cozy picnic areas. This is not the only park area in the city; there is also the Central Park of Culture and Recreation, as well as the Solnechnaya Polyana park.

One of the city squares is named after the Tatar folk poet Gabdulla Tukay. Therefore, the park is given a special charm by its design in the national Tatar style; there is also a monument to the outstanding poet.

What is Nizhnekamsk famous for?

On Korabelnaya Street there is the Korabelnaya Grove. Pines grow here, which are depicted in the painting of the landscape painter I. Shishkin. From the grove, pine trees were delivered to the Kazan shipyard to create a fleet.
On the territory of the city there is Khimikov Avenue, the total length of which is 11 km. Khimikov Avenue is the main street in Nizhnekamsk. There are apple orchards, historical and cultural monuments of the country and the city.
The most popular place among tourists is the Holy Spring - a natural spring that is considered holy among people of the Orthodox and Islamic faith.
Nizhnekamsk Maidan is a square located in the vicinity of the city of Nizhnekamsk. Here the Bashkirs, Tatars and other peoples annually celebrate Sabantuy. During the celebration, folk songs are played and tournaments are held where participants demonstrate their agility, speed and strength.
In honor of the 40th anniversary of the Great Victory, a monument to the defenders of the Motherland was erected in the city. The memorial consists of an obelisk with a five-pointed star on top and steles. Recently, a multi-figure composition dedicated to home front workers with three figures was unveiled here: a woman, a child and an old man. The composition itself is cast from bronze.

Historical sites and museums

Complex Museum of Nizhnekamsk

Address: Stroiteley Ave., 14 Phone: (8555)432497 Website: www.museum.ru/M2691 Opening hours: 10.00-18.00 Tue-Sun, day off - Mon Cost: 120 rubles (adult), 90 rubles. (students), 70 rub. (schoolchildren and preschoolers)

Opened on the tenth anniversary of the founding of the city of chemists Nizhnekamsk in 1976. Exhibitions in 9 halls of the museum introduce the history and nature of the Perm region since the 17th century: ancient household items, clothing, books and numismatics, stuffed birds and animals, and the exhibition “Inhabitants of Coral Reefs” are presented.

And also with the life of famous patrons of the arts (the retro living room of the Stakheev merchants), the construction of the largest petrochemical plant in Europe, painting and local arts and crafts.

Nizhnekamsk State Tatar Drama Theater named after Tufan Minnullin

Address: st. Kaimanova, 9 Phone: (8555)477369 Website: https://www.nkamsk-teatr.ru Opening hours: 8.00–17.00 Mon-Fri, days off: Sat, Sun Cost: 100-200 rub.

It began as a youth city theater in 1989. In five years it received the status of first the Tatar drama theater and then the state theater.

The repertoire is based not only on Tatar, but also on Kazakh and Russian literature. Has a high public rating.

Water resources of the area

The city is surrounded by landscaped lakes, near which there are recreation centers, dachas, sanatoriums, and country children's camps. The city itself is located on the banks of the Kama River, which attracts people on summer days. Studies of the state of water, carried out on the initiative of the townspeople themselves, showed that the content of substances that cause serious diseases exceeded all permissible standards. At the same time, studies conducted by the environmental protection department of Nizhnekamsk show that only 4 indicators out of 26 examined do not meet the standards.

Industry of the city

The industrial complex is represented by Nizhnekamskneftekhim OJSC, the Nizhnekamsk Tire Plant, the Tatarstan Oil Refinery Complex, the Nizhnekamsk Carbon Black Plant, and a thermal power plant. OAO Nizhnekamskneftekhim accounts for more than 40% of pollutants. In recent years, the company has managed to reduce the volume of emissions and wastewater. Heavily contaminated wastewater undergoes biotreatment, and sulfur-alkaline wastewater is disposed of. In 2014, the enterprise launched an Environmental Program for 7 years, as a result of which the volume of emissions, wastewater and discharges, non-recyclable and recyclable waste, used water, land restoration, city greening, sanitary care of forests, creation of a unified sanitary protection system should be reduced. zones of an industrial hub. All large enterprises have identified the primary task of increasing the level of cleanliness of air and water. In this regard, funds are allocated for the construction of treatment facilities, modernization of industrial facilities, and landscaping of urban areas

Nizhnekamsk Sabantui is the dream of every tourist

The most favorite holiday, which is visited by hundreds of tourists every year, has become the updated Tatar state holiday (received status recently) Sabantuy holiday. It is here that you can truly learn the customs, traditions and cultural values of the Tatars. For convenience, Sabantuy began to be celebrated in the month of June and its celebration was timed to coincide with the end of work in the field, as a reward for workers. The officially designated weekend for the celebration makes this a massive event. Frequent guests at the holiday are representatives of local authorities, officials and often ministers.

In general, a wide scope is guaranteed by huge funding. To hold it, a large outdoor area called a “Maidan” is usually chosen.

Such a Maidan attracts a huge number of guests, both local and visiting citizens. A “Beer Festival” is held, with mass consumption of “chak-chak” (usually up to 200 kilograms of this delicacy are prepared). Pre-prepared performances in national colorful costumes are accompanied by dances, songs and various exciting competitions.

As for Nizhnekamsk, Sabantuy is usually held outside of it, in the village of Ilyinka (or near the Korabelnaya Roshcha recreation center). Let's look at the main entertainment and games offered at Sabantui, in which everyone can take part (be sure to remember them and practice in advance):

kul koreshteru - modern arm wrestling;
lasso tartysh - tug of war;
racing with a yoke - two buckets filled to the brim with water, which must be carried to the finish line as quickly as possible, preserving the contents;
pot fight - blindfolded participants are required to break pots with a long stick. In 1996, Boris Yeltsin himself took part in this competition;
search for a coin. A coin is placed in a bowl (bowl) with the national dish “katyk” (something between kefir and fermented baked milk, but with a laxative effect), which must be found without using your hands. Naturally, with the help of lips and a good appetite it is quite simple. But the consequences, as you already understood, are irreversible;
bag fights on a log - two selected fighters sit on a log opposite each other and try to knock down the enemy;
running with an egg in a spoon - a spoon with a raw egg is placed either in the mouth or in the hand. Whoever delivers a whole egg in a spoon the fastest is the winner;
climb the pole. This custom is reminiscent of winter fun at Maslenitsa. Usually the pillar reaches a height of 15 meters, at the top there is a prize for the winner who managed to reach it;

But there are also special, national entertainments for which true professionals prepare:

ukatysh - popular archery at a target or at a shooting range;
lifting a weight or weight. Usually the weight of the lifted weight is at least 25 kilograms;
Yodryk sugyshy - a spectacular fist fight. The spectacle is, of course, interesting and safe. The practiced masterful blows are very reminiscent of modern fights without rules;

horse racing (the best riders are invited for this purpose, only thoroughbred horses are selected). The performance program includes paired team riding, horse riding, trotting under saddle and more;
competitions of folk groups and musicians. This is a colorful stage performance in national costumes to the sounds of melodic Tatar music and an unusual, harsh, unusual language for tourists;

If previously all the prizes were prepared by the participants themselves (towels were woven and sewn in advance, colorful fabrics and shirts were embroidered), then with the advent of government funding, expensive cars, large sheep and cash prizes became gifts. Also in the final part of the event, production drummers, labor veterans and outstanding citizens from all over Tatarstan are awarded.