Experience in Barcelona, Spain by Mahek

What is it like to live in Barcelona? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

The culture and the way the life cycle is in Barcelona is considered as one of the ideal mix with all amenities like architecture, entertainment, transport, weather, location and the nightlife creating a harmonious relationship between them.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Barcelona?

Student life is the right time to spend in this city because at one hand you have one of the best universities where you study and learn while on the other hand there is a great line up of events, nightlife, gastronomy and architecture to make the experience worth the living.

How much does it cost to live in Barcelona?

The cost of living is high comparatively but since it is one of the major touristic destinations, one can do a part-time job or work somewhere in the city to make that extra money to help oneself financially and get the experience of both.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Barcelona? Is there any advice you can give?

The accommodation part personally was not difficult for me since there are so many student apartment services along with the airbnb service. Personally I did not face any issue to find one instead I got lucky enough to get one of the best stays in Barcelona.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

The food has enormous varieties be it any cuisine. The tapas of barcelona are famous where i come from. Apart from that there are many restaurants with cuisines of the entire world.

What places would you recommend visiting in Barcelona?

Almost every corner in the city has its own identity be it the modern grid like settlement or the organic side of the city. The Gaudi God has its magnificent architecture spread in the overall city from Park Guell to Casa Mila to Casa Batlo along with the Gothic Quarters, Torre Agbar, The Barcelona Museum to the extra ordinary line up at the port of Olympic. Apart from the more modern architecture, Mies, the architect also has the Barcelona Pavilion near Placa de Espana which is also a gem to have a look at even though the space is too little but sure it has made its mark in the city. The old Bull ring near Monumental and the modernized market near Plaza de Espana is also good. If one is more adventurous, then Tibidabo which is like 45 mins from the Placa de catalunya is one of the places where you see the extra ordinary scenic beauty of the city and just embrace the way this city has developed over the years.

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Is it good to eat out in Barcelona? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

The food variations in the city is great. Yes definitely on weekend specially when there are events or fests happening almost every weekend, the experience is just next level. There are so many good areas in the city where you can enjoy the meal but the Gothic quarters near La Ramblas has n number of local bars and gastros with local food and the traditional dishes are one of a kind.

Is the nightlife good in Barcelona? Where is good to go?

The nightlife is one of the best in the entire world. From Opium, Shoko, Pasha to the W hotel, Soho and the other local clubs with Spanish music is a fun and exciting place to visit.

What advice would you give future students heading to Barcelona?

This is definitely one of the best experiences in life and a student here would simply have the best days whilst residing in spain for any purpose be it just studying or working or on a temporary basis. Personally if i am lucky enough, i might be able to actually settle down here in a few years.