Erasmus Experience in Istanbul, Turkey by Nikolay

Why did you choose to go to Istanbul, Turkey?

4.5 months

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

4 months

What is the food like?

No! I have many friends and they helped me.

How much does it cost to live in Istanbul?

Depends how much the student can afford. If You pay 250.00 E for rent, it might be 700-800.00 E be enought monthly.

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

Yes there courses and there many people who speaks English.

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

I'm from Sofia and the cheapest way is by bus.

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

I'm not the proper person to answer this question.

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

Every corner restaurant.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Saint Sofia, Dolma Bahche Saray, the Cover market

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

Come to study and enjoy Istanbul