Experience in Yerevan, Armenia by Narek

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

The city is pretty cool. One of the oldest cities in the world. So many cultural places .

What is the student lifestyle like in Yerevan?

Pretty much the same as any other country in east Europe . Depending on personality and preferences , everyone can find a lot interestig for them.

How much does it cost to live in Yerevan?

About 300$ a month for an apartment in central part of the city or near the center , and about 200-250 $ for food and other expenses !

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

It's pretty easy to find accommodation in Yerevan. The best option , probably, is to rent an apartment ( thise are not very expensive ) . Here are some websites you can find best deals for renting an apartment : list.am , estate.am , akcern.am

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

Food is amazing . Armenian food is pretty close to greek food and georgian food. You can also find any kind of restaurants of european, chinesse, other asian, middle eastern , mexican kitchen. You can get online delivery from almost all restaurants in Yerevan going just to this website - menu.am

What places would you recommend visiting in Yerevan?

Park of victory, republic square , opera house, children's railway, english park.

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

Well , you can find any restaurant in Yerevan , from far eastern food to south american . Best places I would reccomend is to enjoy Armenian and caucasian food - Hin Zangezour tavern, kovkazkaya plennica tavern, Beer Academy, Labeerent , Urban beer house .

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

Well, I would say pubs are pretty good there , to go with friends and have a nice time - I would reccommend Station pub .

What advice would you give future students heading to Yerevan?

Try to find Armenian friends there - it would be very good for you to discover best of Yerevan and people are pretty friendly .