Erasmus Experience in Isparta, Turkey by Khaoula

Why did you choose to go to Isparta, Turkey?

I am a doctoral student and I found the YEKARUM laboratory at SDU university and they work in the same thematic area as me.
Solar energy

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

I will stay 7 months.
Regarding the money for the rent the prices vary between 450lira to 1200lira it depends on the district and the accommodation (private university city or apartment)
ans 1200lira = 200 euros enough per month

What is the student lifestyle like in Isparta?

normal and kind student

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

yes of corse

What is the food like?

in general the turkish food is very delicious in all turkey

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Isparta?

not at all. I contacted the university cities by watsup

How much does it cost to live in Isparta?

400 euro per month accommodation and living

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

the majority ofpeople talk juste turkey i found too much trouble.
At university you can learn the Turkish language by Tomer for one year or more from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
I looked outside for private schools but I didn't find.

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

I took a plane to Istanbul after that I took the bus. and from Istanbul to Isparta 10h by bus it's too tiring the plane is much better

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

i don't know maybe Iyas mall but it close at 22h

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

All the restaurants are good

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Maybe sky in the winter

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

Isparta is too cold be careful the temperature can drop to -16°C in winter