Erasmus Experience in Braga, Portugal by Chanvoleak

Why did you choose to go to Braga, Portugal?

Calm city ...

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

20 months, 1000 euro per months

What is the student lifestyle like in Braga?

good....active

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

Yes....Universidade do Minho

What is the food like?

Love it ...delicious ..espcially Bacalhau com natas ..

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Braga?

no, acceptable price with good environment

How much does it cost to live in Braga?

shared apartment that I stayed cost around 250 euro per month include electricity, water, gas, and internet...for food, I spent around 300 euro per month as I always eat outside...If cook at home, I think it cost around 200 euro per month...

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

Yes.....There are many language course available to study in University..like Portuguese, English, French,,,Also, you can find chinese class...

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

Airplane

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

For night out, if you prefer drink, you may go to Sardinha Biba (discotheque). Otherwise, just walk around city center or go to watch movie at Braga Paque.

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

There are many good and delicious restaurant in the city center include vegetarian as well. I do not remember the name. But you may explore in the city center.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

All cultural activities took place in the city center in specific time like Braga Romana, Noite de Branco, Sao Joao etc....you have to check the schedule overthere if you want to see the cultural performance....

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

Braga is calm city with lot of cultural activities, if you like quiet place and want to know more about Portuguese culture...Braga is a good choice...