Experience in Konya, Turkey by seyma

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

Konya is a cultural and historical place. It is cheaper than Istanbul. Konya has developed recently. There are lots of shopping centers.

What is the student lifestyle like in Konya?

As far as I'm concerned, Konya is quite proper for barcelor students. For master student it is not suitable. Istanbul will be more suitable for master students with regards to researches areas.

How much does it cost to live in Konya?

300 Eur is enough to live in Konya. You can cover your accommadation, foods, leisure..

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

İt is not difficult. There are University's dormitories. And also you can find apart.

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

My favourite food is "etli ekmek" (quickbread with ground meat layer on top). İt is delicious. You should absolutely taste it :)

What places would you recommend visiting in Konya?

There are lots of cultural and historical places in Konya. The most important is Mevlana. Mevlana should be seen obsolutely.

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

The nightlife is not developed there. Konya is a conservative city. But recently it may be develope...

What advice would you give future students headed to Konya?

There ise one idiom about Konya.It is said that "Travel all around the World, afterall see Konya"