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Why Bologna?
Home to the oldest university in the world, established 1088, Bologna has a student population nearing 100,000. And there are many reasons why you should become one of them. The red city that blessed the world with ragù – which has somehow become known as Spaghetti Bolognese, despite the fact the traditional dish is served with tagliatelle – is a very tempting alternative to the likes of Milan, Rome and Florence, often overwhelmed by tourists. From jazz bars to rich cuisine and market culture, steeped in tradition and socialist rebellion, Bologna is one of Italy’s finest.
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"I couldn’t recommend Bologna enough as a year abroad destination. Making the most of an experience in Bologna seems so doable, thanks to the great price points (€2 bottles of wine ?!) and lively student culture."
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Transport
Bologna is very well-linked to lots of neighbouring Italian cities by train. Verona, Milan, Florence, Turin, Trieste…that’s just to name a few. Within the city itself, it is best to get around by bike or simply on foot – do not rush through its winding streets, past its ancient monuments or the smells of the traditional kitchens that perfume its streets.
Mobike is a really convenient way to get around the city (as Bologna is relatively small) and costs about 25 cents an hour.
Doing day trips from Bologna is so easy but be aware that the trains leave exactly when they say they will and you have to validate your ticket first or you will get fined. Make sure to have a lot of time in the train station.
There is no Uber in Bologna and you cannot simply hail a cab and jump in so if you really need one it will have to be booked in advanced. As Bologna is quite compact you will most probaby never need one!
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Jade Cheli
"Hi, I’m currently on my year abroad in Italy. I spent the first term at Bologna University and I’m now working remotely for a Florence based cultural Magazine, hoping to get to Florence in the next few weeks. The Italian University system is mind boggling so if anyone is stressed about this please reach out to me! I’ve travelled through Italy for years and years and have a lots of Italian family there, if you want any advice on where to go and what to do I’d love to share what I know."
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