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Kampala to Hargeisa

Updated: March 11, 2024 12:00 AM
Hargeisa

Kampala to Hargeisa - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official languages of Uganda and Somaliland are English and Somali, respectively.

Currency

The official currency of Uganda is the Ugandan shilling (UGX), while the official currency of Somaliland is the Somaliland shilling (SOS).

Distance

The distance between Kampala and Hargeisa is approximately 1,400 kilometers (870 miles).

How to Reach

There are no direct flights between Kampala and Hargeisa. However, you can fly from Kampala to Nairobi, Kenya, and then from Nairobi to Hargeisa.

You can also take a bus from Kampala to Nairobi, and then from Nairobi to Hargeisa.

Expenses

The cost of a flight from Kampala to Nairobi is approximately $200. The cost of a bus from Kampala to Nairobi is approximately $50. The cost of a flight from Nairobi to Hargeisa is approximately $150. The cost of a bus from Nairobi to Hargeisa is approximately $75.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Hargeisa is during the dry season, which runs from November to April.

What to Eat

Some of the popular dishes in Hargeisa include:

  • Bariis (rice)
  • Hilib (meat)
  • Muufo (pancakes)
  • Sambusa (samosas)
  • Malawah (flatbread)

Where to Go

Some of the popular tourist attractions in Hargeisa include:

  • The Hargeisa War Memorial
  • The Hargeisa Museum
  • The Hargeisa National Library
  • The Hargeisa Zoo
  • The Hargeisa Botanical Garden

FAQ

  1. What is the visa requirement for Somaliland?

    2. Citizens of most countries can obtain a visa on arrival in Somaliland.

  2. Is it safe to travel to Hargeisa?

    3. Hargeisa is a relatively safe city to travel to. However, it is always advisable to take precautions when traveling to any new place.

  3. What is the best way to get around Hargeisa?

    4. The best way to get around Hargeisa is by taxi.

  4. What are the main industries in Hargeisa?

    5. The main industries in Hargeisa are agriculture, livestock, and trade.

  5. What is the population of Hargeisa?

    6. The population of Hargeisa is estimated to be around 1 million people.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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