Erasmus Experience in Murcia, Spain by Federico

Why did you choose to go to Murcia, Spain?

For the typical and peculiar culture of south of Spain. It is really a kind of pure culture, not so common in Europe.

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

200 € euros for 5 months. Enough to pay my rent.

What is the student lifestyle like in Murcia?

You have fun, drink local beer (Estrella Levante) and meet people in the street. You make a lot of breaks while studying to go to the beach and to the closest mountains.

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

The city more than the university I was studying in UCAM (not bad but not special neither).

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What is the food like?

Faboulus, the cuisine is very rich.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Murcia?

Not at all, just an email to the landowner.

How much does it cost to live in Murcia?

Less then 200 € per month.

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

The language is easy to catch and local people are really willing to teach and learn something new. Yes, there are Spanish courses.

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

Ryanair lands at Alicante airport (75 km from Murcia).

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

Mariano Rojas.

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

Rincon de Chapas, Las Tablas, Maraña, Principe de Gales, Ipanema.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Fine Arts Museum, Cathedral, Bells Tower, Monteagudo Christ's statue, Valle del Ricote, Valle Perdido y Carrascoy, La cresta del Gallo, Caravaca de la Cruz, Calblanque, Cabo de Palos.

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

Come!