(Kazan, KZN.RU, January 16). We should elaborate a concept for the Kazanka waterfront that will help revive the area and make it more attractive for residents, stated President of the Republic of Tatarstan Rustam Minnikhanov at a meeting concerning new construction in the historical center of Kazan. The event, which was held at the House of the Government of Tatarstan, was attended by Mayor of Kazan Ilsur Metshin.
According to the President, it is necessary to use Moscow's experience in creating multicultural spaces, in particular, in planning recreation areas on the new waterfront.
Sports grounds, bike paths and walking trails can also be created in other places: in Gorky Park and near the Kazan Arena football stadium. Rustam Minnikhanov proposed discussing this topic with participating experts at round tables.
We should use Moscow's experience in organizing trade in such areas, in creating educational and entertainment centers for adults and children's development centers. According to Rustam Minnikhanov, areas with modern recreation and sports facilities should be first created in Kazan and then – based on the experience of the capital of Tatarstan – in Naberezhnye Chelny, Almetyevsk and other cities of the republic.