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The Temple of All Religions (Russian: Храм всех религий) or the Temple of the Universe (Russian: Вселенский храм) is an architectural complex in Staroye Arakchino Microdistrict of Kazan, Russia, incorporating Orthodox church, minaret, synagogue and other recognizable forms of religious architecture. Its construction continues, having been started in 1992 by local artist and philanthropist Ildar Khanov. The structure serves as a cultural center and a residence for Khanov and his assistants.
Khanov is known for his activities involving healing people from alcoholism, drug addiction and various diseases. Former and current patients of Khanov help him in maintaining and developing of the Temple, either by direct involvement in construction works or through sponsorship.
The structure is not an active temple of one or several religions, but rather a "temple of culture and truth" as Khanov describes its mission. It has become a popular landmark of the city of Kazan, which takes pride in peaceful combination of different cultures (Islamic Tatar culture, Orthodox Russian, and others). The Temple is visited both by tourists and by people seeking Khanov's help.
Khanov says that eventually the structure will have 16 domes, corresponding to 16 of the world religions.
Wikipedia - Temple of All Religions
