The ancient city of Bolgar in Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan has been added to UNESCO's World Heritage List. The city was an early settlement of the civilization of Volga-Bolgars that existed between the 7th and 15th centuries.
UNESCO Adds Russian Site To World Heritage List
1
Part of the Bolgar Historical and Archaeological Complex.
2
Bolgar is said to represent the cultural exchanges and transformations of Eurasia over several centuries.
3
Many buildings are examples of Muslim architecture from the Middle Ages.
4
The addition to the UNESCO Heritage List was the only one from Russia this year.
5
The complex is a symbolic reminder of the acceptance of Islam by the Volga-Bolgars in 922 AD and remains a sacred pilgrimage destination for Tatar Muslims.
6
8
A detail from one of the historical buildings.