Sarai Batu is located 120 km from Astrakhan. This architectural and historical monument is a preserved part of the ancient city, the former capital of the Golden Horde. The city was created in 1250 by Khan Batu.
In those times, the city was considered huge. The population was 75 thousand people. The city had everything necessary for comfortable living. There was running water and a sewage system, various crafts were developed. By the way, here lay the famous Great Silk Road. Today it is a popular tourist destination. There are remains of ancient dwellings, household items.
In those times, the city was considered huge. The population was 75 thousand people. The city had everything necessary for comfortable living. There was running water and a sewage system, various crafts were developed. By the way, here lay the famous Great Silk Road. Today it is a popular tourist destination. There are remains of ancient dwellings, household items.