Experience in Paris, France by nicos

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

Paris is sunny and after half hour minutes it's raining.. It is interesting too see too much luxury the same time many people are homeless, asking you for money, sleeping in the middle of the street..
You have to be careful.. They have many pick-pockets, they might steal your wallet, watch, bags.. Anything.. In Seconds..
City seems lost.. They look for a new id.. City for the rich, the average and the poor.. It is very interesting to discover all this inequality!

What is the student lifestyle like in Paris?

Like anywhere else.. Students are just students..

How much does it cost to live in Paris?

Extremely expensive! Especially in you come from Southers Europe.. Housing prices are just crazy!

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

Very difficult and very bad quality.. If you can afford, go to a real estate agency. You pay 800-1100 per month for a small room of 10 square meters ant their fee is one extra month.. They ask for pre-payment 2-4 months as well.. If you can't pay this amount, try sharing a house for 600-700 euros.. But it is even more difficult..

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

Food is excellent, average and bad.. Depends, where you go.. Thai and Chinese food all over the city is good and costs 8-12 euros.. Crepes 3 to 7 euros.. Sandwitches 2-3 euros in supermarket, 4-7 euros in the cafe..

What places would you recommend visiting in Paris?

The Louvre, Montmartre, Sacre Coeur, Trocadero

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

Found nothing special till now

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

I an not a night-life person

What advice would you give future students heading to Paris?

You need money, money and...more money :-( Otherwise you can't afford it..