Erasmus Experience in Murcia

Why did you choose to go to Murcia, Spain?

Destiny, i had no idea but felt in love.

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

About 200€ from Erasmus.

What is the student lifestyle like in Murcia?

Very nice city

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

Without a doubt.

What is the food like?

The murcian cuisine is really good. Down to earth and very delicous, like spanish cuisine in general is.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Murcia?

No, ask VIMUR for flats. They helped me very well.

How much does it cost to live in Murcia?

600€ a month is ok.

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

Yes there are curses. In the beginning it was a little bit hard, since hardly no one speaks english and murcianos, like all spanish people, speak faster than a machinegun and mumble like shit :)

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

Ryanair. Fly to Alicante and take the Bus from the airport to Murcia.

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

Definetly SALA REVOLVER! Best bar in town. Easy people, huge beers :)

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

Casa de Kebab close to jardin de la constitucion. The best Kebab in town. Mirko and his people are the best.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Go to the mountains/hills in the south of the centre. Great for mountainbiking and hiking. Take a bus to the sea or visit the jesusstatue. Yes, they have one, just like in Rio. And it has a wonderfull view over the city by dawn.

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

Just do it, it's totally worth it =)