Erasmus Experience in Cassino, Italy by Bogna

Why did you choose to go to Cassino, Italy?

To try Italian culture, taste famous cusine and visit archeological monuments.

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

I get scholarship for 4 months - 500 euro per month

What is the student lifestyle like in Cassino?

Calm and peaceful. The city is quite small so it represents south - Italian style where times is paused and noone needs to be in rush.

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

If you want to feel the spirit of Italy - yes but if you expect unforgettable parties with huge erasmus group - this is not a place for you.

What is the food like?

The food is delicious. You can try every possible type of noodles and eat the best pizza on the whole world. Tiramisu and ice-cream are unforgettable but this food was perfect just for few months and after that, I've started to get bored a little bit with pasta.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Cassino?

No, University helped me in getting accommodation on Campus.

How much does it cost to live in Cassino?

around 200 - 250 euro when it is about accomodation

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

Yes, there are courses but they've started on my final month in Italy.

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

airplane and train

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

citycentre

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

Pizzeria forno a legna on Via S. Marco

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Monte Cassino and war cemetaries

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

Cassino is near to Rome and Napoli so consider this city as good place for travelling