Kul Sharif Mosque

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The Kul Sharif Mosque, located in Kazan, Russia, is a prominent architectural and cultural landmark. Originally destroyed in 1552 during the Siege of Kazan, it was rebuilt and inaugurated in 2005. The mosque is named after Kul Sharif, a religious scholar and military leader who died defending Kazan. Featuring a blend of traditional Islamic and modern Russian architectural styles, the mosque can accommodate up to 6,000 worshippers.

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