Experience in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico by Melina

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

Living in Ciudad Juarez is good. People are friendly and there're a lot of stores, restaurants, cinemas and places for entertainment. The food is good, there is a lot of traditional mexican food, but also american food, chinese food etc...

What is the student lifestyle like in Ciudad Juarez?

Being a student in Juarez depends a lot on the career, but in general, students have time to go to school and work, if so desired, also there's a lot of events for students and incentives from part of several institutions.

How much does it cost to live in Ciudad Juarez?

It can be expensive, but in general it's attainable.

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

if you only intend to rent, it can be. Find roommates, the city is no longer a cradle for violence. But it still better to live with someone, and also it is cheaper.

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

Food is great, there's a lot of variety,but burritos are on each corner and they are great!

What places would you recommend visiting in Ciudad Juarez?

plaza de la mexicanidad (the plaza with a giant X on it, the city center where the catedral is, museo de la revolucion.

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

There are several trendy places to eat, all of them are good.

Is the nightlife good in Ciudad Juarez? Where is good to go?

The city has several good nightlife spots, like zona pronaf, Av. Gomez Morin, or Av Lincon. any bar or club in these areas is good. Also a lot of restaurants moonlight into bars, they're also good.

What advice would you give future students heading to Ciudad Juarez?

Don't be afraid to live here.