Erasmus Experience in Athens, Greece by afroditi

Why did you choose to go to Athens, Greece?

because i believe its the best place to be!

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

yes but dont know any info about it

What is the student lifestyle like in Athens?

awesome
we love to speak english and there is a special bar at exarxeia that haves plany of partys there for students!
besides the islands that they are always open for partys speaking english etc..

Would you recommend the city and the University of Athens to other students?

definitely!one of the best
the only bad thing is that lately we have alot of stiks

What is the food like?

cheap healthy and really greek!
with 10 euro u can eat a full meal and desert for free at the end!
guros coast 2 euro and every snack in that type around that price!

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Athens?

no u can find an appartment for 200 euro 35 square meters.even more no with the crisis

How much does it cost to live in Athens?

around 200 -300 euro

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

i think its not easy because of the alphaphet besides that it has alot of latin words
y can find alot of free courses all around athens..try nosotros.gr

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Athens from your city?

metro and bus coast around 1 euro ticket

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Athens?

Agia eirini or Psuri also plaka monastiraki kolwnaki more underground exarxeia its all multicultural

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Athens?

rozalia exarxeia.kavouras exarxeia the best pita guro!
palmie bistro!kolwnaki.goodys greek fast food really healthy!

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

lifo.gr athens voice.gr

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Athens in the future?

respect my county as i respet theres and have fun!
and try not fall in touristic traps its always nice to check as a local!
wish i could be there to show it around..