The Kazan Tatars are a Turkic ethnic group primarily residing in the Republic of Tatarstan, Russia. They are descendants of the medieval Volga Bulgars and the Golden Horde, and their culture is a blend of Islamic and local traditions. The Kazan Tatars speak the Tatar language, which belongs to the Kipchak branch of the Turkic languages. Historically, the Kazan Tatars played a significant role in the region's politics and economy. The city of Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan, is a cultural and educational center for the Tatars. Today, they continue to preserve their unique heritage through language, music, and festivals.