Volga Tatars live in the Republic of Tatarstan, located between the Volga River and the Ural Mountains. The capital of Tatarstan is Kazan. Volga Tatars speak Tatar and are predominantly Muslim. Their traditional houses are made of wood and straw called Isbas. Typical foods include soups, pilafs, and honey cakes. The economy relies on oil, natural gas, and petrol extraction.