Experience in Venice, Italy by Ирина

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

Venice is an awesome city. There are a lot of buildings of historical heritage, cathedrals and monasteries, monuments. I recommend to visit basilica of San Marco, palace of Doges and travel by gondola. Venecia is a beautiful city for holiday and to study of architectural monuments of Renaissance.

What is the student lifestyle like in Venice?

There are a lot of architects, the students who studying the cultural heritage of Venice.

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How much does it cost to live in Venice?

So expensive, accommodation- about 550 euros per month, food and other expenses- about 300 euros.

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

Very difficult and expensive. I have been looking for a room for a month now. and yet no results. I think a lot of students have rented the room from 1st September to June.

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

I like soup, potatoes, pork, duck, chicken, vegetables, salads.

What places would you recommend visiting in Venice?

I recommend to visit basilica of San Marco, palace of Doges and travel by gondola.

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

So expensive to eat out in Venice.

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

There a lot of shops and restaurants.

What advice would you give future students heading to Venice?

Learn English and Italian.

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