Heraklion to Kyrenia

Updated: March 13, 2024 01:40 AM

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Heraklion to Kyrenia

Language

The official language of Heraklion is Greek, while the official language of Kyrenia is Turkish.

Currency

The official currency of Heraklion is the Euro (€), while the official currency of Kyrenia is the Turkish Lira (₺).

Distance

The distance between Heraklion and Kyrenia is approximately 450 kilometers (280 miles).

How to Reach

There are no direct flights between Heraklion and Kyrenia. You can take a flight from Heraklion to Larnaca, and then take a ferry from Larnaca to Kyrenia.

You can also take a bus from Heraklion to Nicosia, and then take a taxi from Nicosia to Kyrenia.

Expenses

The cost of a flight from Heraklion to Larnaca is approximately €100. The cost of a ferry from Larnaca to Kyrenia is approximately €20.

The cost of a bus from Heraklion to Nicosia is approximately €20. The cost of a taxi from Nicosia to Kyrenia is approximately €50.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kyrenia is during the shoulder seasons (April-May and September-October), when the weather is mild and there are fewer tourists.

What to Eat

Some of the most popular dishes in Kyrenia include:

• Kleftiko (lamb cooked in a clay oven)
• Souvlaki (grilled meat skewers)
• Moussaka (eggplant casserole)
• Baklava (filo pastry dessert with nuts and honey)

Where to Go

Some of the most popular tourist attractions in Kyrenia include:

• Kyrenia Castle
• Bellapais Abbey
• St. Hilarion Castle
• Kyrenia Harbour

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about traveling from Heraklion to Kyrenia:

1. Do I need a visa to travel from Heraklion to Kyrenia? Yes, you will need a visa to travel from Heraklion to Kyrenia. You can apply for a visa at the Turkish embassy or consulate in Heraklion.
2. How long does it take to travel from Heraklion to Kyrenia? The travel time from Heraklion to Kyrenia depends on the route you take. If you take a flight from Heraklion to Larnaca and then take a ferry from Larnaca to Kyrenia, the travel time will be approximately 5 hours. If you take a bus from Heraklion to Nicosia and then take a taxi from Nicosia to Kyrenia, the travel time will be approximately 7 hours.
3. Is it safe to travel from Heraklion to Kyrenia? Yes, it is safe to travel from Heraklion to Kyrenia. However, you should be aware of the political situation in Cyprus before you travel.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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