Erasmus Experience in Timişoara, Romania by Marcos

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

9 months, I got €115 a month, still waiting on the government.

What is the student lifestyle like in Timişoara?

It's really good, but the residences not so much.

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

Yes.

What is the food like there?

If it's made well, it's incredibly good!

Was it difficult to find accommodation in Timişoara?

No, the university gave me a place in a residence.

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How much does it cost to live in Timişoara?

€400 a month.

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

Yes, I'm on a course and it's really good. There are a lot of similarities between Romanian and Spanish.

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

From La Coruña to Madrid, Madrid to Barcelona and flying from Barcelona to Timişoara.

Where would you recommend for a night out in Timişoara?

Molly-Mallone, D'arc, Bunker, Zambara, Happy

And to eat in Timişoara? What are some of your favourite place to go?

Sarmale, Mamaliga cu branza si smantana, Mamaliga cu tochitura de pui.

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What good cultural sites are there to visit?

Piata Vitoria, Piata Oniri, Piata Libertatii, Parcul Roselor, Parcul Copilor, Bastion

Do you have any advice for students who will be in Timişoara in the future?

They should approach this experience with a very open mind and don't expect to find themselves in a place that's the same as Spain.