Erasmus Experience in Firenze, Italy by Tatiana

Why did you choose to go to Firenze, Italy?

I prefer small cities and Florence is like a museum in open air!

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

I spent 2 years in Firenze. I received usually 400 euro per month for my activities, plus 700 euro for rent. But apartment was just for me. If you share a room with someone you can spend up to 250 euro.

What is the student lifestyle like in Firenze?

A lot of activities outside! You just can't stay in the house in such a beautiful city!

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

I can recommend to everyone in the world!

What is the food like?

The food is repeatable. After while you get tired of eating pasta and lasagna! But there is a lot of international restaurants as well.

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Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Firenze?

Depends on the time you are going. In September it can be too late. All accommodation are booked!

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

Depends, if you come from a Latin language country you will find it very easy. But there is a lot of Italian courses everywhere.

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

Plane, because I am from Brazil.

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

To piazza Michelangelo and to admire the sunset, it is something that you can't miss!

There are some nightclubs and a lot of nice bars.

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

Yellow bar was my favourite. Also Astor (right beside Duomo). And I'm a big fan of Hard Rock Cafe and Florence has one of the most beautiful one!

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Too many! Piazza Michelangelo, Piazza Signoria, Duomo, palacio Petti, Cacine park.

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

As soon as you get there, buy a new cellphone chip, way cheaper to call the home! Don't take the bus, enjoy the nice walks! Buy a bicycle if you can. Have a cup of cappucino outside!

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