Erasmus Experience in Lisbon, Portugal by George

Why did you choose to go to Lisbon, Portugal?

The culture and the people are like in greece. For the weather of course and because is one of the most beautiful cities in the europe.

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

i was in lisbon for 5 months. My uni gave to me around 1700e

What is the student lifestyle like in Lisbon?

the student life is perfect the unies are very good the people the clubs everything is extraordinary. I can't imagine a better city for my erasmus.

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

of course

What is the food like?

it based in mesogeian food like greece. The tradional food is bacalau com everything :)

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Lisbon?

Not reaaly

How much does it cost to live in Lisbon?

the cost is around 250-400.

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

yes of course in 3 months i took the b2 of portuguese cerificate.

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

only by plane

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

Bairro alto ofcourse and in almada.

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

in bairro alto

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

cristo rei. Parque de eduardo. The monastery. The beaches. The tower of bellem. And of course the manificents miraduro....!!!

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

have fun in lisbon and discover every corner in that city.