Experience in Izmir, Turkey by Mürşide

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

very easy and full of enjoy. ı absolutey recommend it. it is a very big city they are many things to do.

What is the student lifestyle like in Izmir?

küçükpark is small quarter in Bornova. student prefer to hang it there because you can find live music, concert good shops and food etc.

How much does it cost to live in Izmir?

it is not very expensive room per person including all the bills 200 € ( 540 TL)

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

you can look at the wall in the street in cafes and university student boards. dont go to the real estate agency you should pay 1 month fee.

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

İzmir cuisine is very typical of Mediterranean food. you can find many kinds of fish, vegetables, fruits in the local market. common foods are meatballs, rice, patatoes and salad in the restaurant. You will have many choice you can find the things you like. you can try simit, kumru, ekler, kereviz, enginar, yaprak sarma, biber dolması, ayran, işkembe çorbası, ......

What places would you recommend visiting in Izmir?

karşıyaka seaside (tryto rent a bike), karaburun (cheap place for swimming) is close to Çeşme but not expensive, asansör, some church, sinagog, kadifekale, ephesus, virgin mary house, şirince village, kıbrıs şehitleri street in alsancak, çiçekli köy for picnic,

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

you will have many choice you can find the things you like. you can try simit, kumru, ekler, kereviz, enginar, yaprak sarma, biber dolması, ayran, işkembe çorbası, ......

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

very good. wednesday night most of the clubs in bornova have free entrance you can listen live music and dance dance until the sunrise.

What advice would you give future students heading to Izmir?

go to the izmir it is very fantastic city in the world