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Kars to Sarıkamış

Updated: March 14, 2024 07:31 AM
Sarıkamış

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

Language

The official language of Turkey is Turkish. However, many people in Kars and Sarıkamış also speak Kurdish.

Currency

The official currency of Turkey is the Turkish lira (TRY).

Distance

The distance from Kars to Sarıkamış is approximately 120 kilometers (75 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Sarıkamış from Kars:

  • By bus: There are several daily buses that run from Kars to Sarıkamış. The journey takes approximately 2 hours.
  • By train: There is one daily train that runs from Kars to Sarıkamış. The journey takes approximately 3 hours.
  • By car: The drive from Kars to Sarıkamış takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Kars to Sarıkamış will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. However, in general, the following expenses can be expected:

  • Bus fare: 20-30 TRY
  • Train fare: 30-40 TRY
  • Gas: 50-60 TRY

Best time to go

The best time to visit Sarıkamış is during the winter months, when the snow-capped mountains create a stunning backdrop. However, the town is also worth visiting during the summer months, when the weather is warm and sunny.

What to Eat

Sarıkamış is known for its delicious food. Some of the local specialties include:

  • Kars gravyeri
  • Sarıkamış mantısı
  • Kars böreği

Where to Go

There are a number of interesting places to visit in Sarıkamış. Some of the most popular attractions include:

  • The Sarıkamış Ski Resort
  • The Sarıkamış Fortress
  • The Sarıkamış Museum

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Kars to Sarıkamış:

  • How long does it take to get from Kars to Sarıkamış?
  • The journey takes approximately 2 hours by bus, 3 hours by train, and 1 hour and 30 minutes by car.
  • How much does it cost to travel from Kars to Sarıkamış?
  • The cost of travel will vary depending on the mode of transportation. However, in general, the following expenses can be expected: bus fare: 20-30 TRY, train fare: 30-40 TRY, gas: 50-60 TRY.
  • What is the best time to visit Sarıkamış?
  • The best time to visit Sarıkamış is during the winter months, when the snow-capped mountains create a stunning backdrop. However, the town is also worth visiting during the summer months, when the weather is warm and sunny.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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