Experience in Salamanca, Spain, by Maria

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What is it like to live in Salamanca? Would you recommend it?

Salamanca is a calm city with a great student atmosphere; it's ideal for forging strong international relationships.

What is the student lifestyle like in Salamanca?

It's good and it has comprehensive industry qualifications.

How much does it cost to live in Salamanca?

It has a comprehensive selection of gastronomy and accommodation. It isn't expensive. There's something for people with all budgets.

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

No, and just to make a few recommendations: don't panic and search calmly, you'll always be able to find what you're looking for.

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

The gastronomy is very rich. If you want, you can follow a Mediterranean diet (seasonal food: vegetables, legumes, fish, everything cooked with olive oil).

Some curious dishes in Salamanca: tossed potatoes, stews, good lamb and excellent sausages.

What would you recommend visiting in Salamanca?

There's a lot. It's a city filled with Renaissance architecture. Museums, music, movies, etc., and there are interesting villages nearby as well.

Can you recommend some good restaurants in Salamanca?

It always depends on your economic situation but there are quite a few options.

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

There are lots of bars, pubs and breweries. You can also go party with who you want, the streets are jam-packed when it's nice out.

What advice would you give future students heading to Salamanca?

Take advantage to get to know people, visit all the monuments and the art found in the city while you're here. You should also take advantage to visit nearby cities, such as Zamora, Valladolid, Madrid, etc.