Experience in Delhi, India by Xavier

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

The weather and religion determines everything.
The monsoon can make life a little more difficult and religion plays a big part in everyday life.
Huge city with high contrasts.

What is the student lifestyle like in Delhi?

Fine if you adapt to the culture quickly enough!

How much does it cost to live in Delhi?

If you are not picky, you can live with 400 euros easily.

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

It is quite tricky to find a cheap one, but possible if you got the right contacts.
Try find accommodation in the south part away from Conaught place.

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

Full of spices and flavours.
One of my favourite dishes would be the matter paneer, or the palak paneer :)

What places would you recommend visiting in Delhi?

Old Delhi, lotus temple, humayums tomb...

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

It is good and the food can be very tasty.
Any place where you see a long queue will be good.

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

Not so good anymore since the new goverment rules.
Still Ok in Hauzkas village

What advice would you give future students heading to Delhi?

Go and travel a little bit around India so the culture shock wont be as strong when you start a routine.