Experience in Bergamo, Italy by Abid

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

Bergamo is an Italian city northeast of Milan, in the Lombardy region. Its older upper district, called Città Alta, is characterized by cobblestone streets, encircled by Venetian walls and accessible by funicular. It's home to the Duomo di Bergamo, the city cathedral. Also here are the Romanesque Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore and the grand Cappella Colleoni, a chapel with 18th Century frescoes by Tiepolo.

The city is full of architectural sites and easily accessed. If you want to live in simple place with no extra noise or rush so i will recommend Bergamo. The most peaceful city with less traffic and smoth life.

What is the student lifestyle like in Bergamo?

Being student it's quite excellent experience to be here. All the people are welcoming and they can guide you well if you know a little Italian and English. The accommodation is easy to find here through university accommodation service or can contact the agency they can find whole apartment as well as a bed. So it's not big deal.

How much does it cost to live in Bergamo?

The cost of monthly accomodation is arround 300-350 Euro single room with attached bath & shared Kitchen sometimes separate. Living expenses is arround 100-150 Euro depends on your life style. The travel expense for a student is arround 100 Euro. So the total amount is arround 450-500 Euro.

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

I will suggest that if you are planning to come so you can find your accommodation before arrival. You can find accomodation details and pictures on different agency websites but I will prefer "casa.it", just enter your preferences and they will give you a brief information. You can also book Youthhostel for 1 to 7 days they charge 15-20 Euro per night more less expensive than a hotel here.

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

If you are a food lover so you can see a lot of your favorite dishes here in every corner of street or in main center usually 5 minute walk. Which have excellent taste and they are economical. Mine favorite dish is pizza & pasta.

What places would you recommend visiting in Bergamo?

The best places I will like to recommend is:

• Cappella Colleoni: grand 15th Century chapel with frescoes.
• Santa Maria Maggiore: founded 1137 with gilded baroque interior.
• Accademia Carrara Di Belle Arti: Museum, Art, Gallery, Renaissance and Art.
• Museo Di Scienze Naturali Enrico Caffi.
• Bergamo Cathedral: cathedral & museum.
• Cítta Alta.

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

Yes, especially on weekends and my favorite spot is:

Roof Garden Restaurant.

The Roof Garden Restaurant is situated on the eight floor of the Hotel Excelsior San Marco, in Bergamo’s città bassa. The generous view through the glass walls reveals the historical part of the town. In addition to a standard Italian menu, the Roof Garden Restaurant offers a menu of local dishes and a vegan menu. The elegance of the place makes it a perfect place for a business meeting or a wedding reception.

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

The nightlife is good on weekends in Bergamo.

The best places is Caffé Falconi, Aperto Spritz, The Ritual Pub and Vardero.

What advice would you give future students heading to Bergamo?

I will advice to have info about this place before coming here. I will suggest to book accommodation. And learn basic Italian as well (people here don't speak English very well).