Erasmus Experience in Catania, Italy by Michal

Why did you choose to go to Catania, Italy?

Sea, sun, warm weather.

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

1800 euros.

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

Yes, of course.

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What is the food like?

The food is very tasty.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Catania?

No.

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How much does it cost to live in Catania?

200-250 euros.

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

Yes, language courses are available but local people can't speak English very well but students do.

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

By plane.

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

Via Teatro Massimo, a lot of pubs are there.

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

Yes, Feelin'Good for a burger, Bella Napoli for pizza but all of the restaurants are on a high level of gastronomy.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Saint agata cathedral piazza universita, park belliny castello ursino, monastero benedittini, teatro romano, piazza duomo, fish market.

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

Catania is a very beautiful place to stay you can go skiing on Etna and after this go swimming into the sea, a lot of kind people and food is fantastic too.