Did you know that the capital of Cyprus is divided into two? One of its parts is Turkish and the other Greek. This characteristic of Nicosia added to the fact that it is located on an island, attracts the attention of numerous international students every year who choose to do their exchange there. Thanks to this, if you choose to live in a shared apartment, you will surely be part of a multicultural environment in which your roommates are of different nationalities from yours.
And it would be great if any of them are Cypriots! This way, you will be able to understand much more about the island's way of life and its culture. Have you still not decided if living in a shared flat is the right thing for you? To make your decision easier, here we list some pros and cons of living in shared flats in Cypriot city:. In some cases, the rooms have details such as a private bathroom or balcony , which makes its higher price justified compared to the others.
No matter where the university you attend is, you will surely find a shared apartment with a convenient location for you. It should be near the university and downtown, where the largest number of entertainment sites for young people are. You can choose between private shared flats as well as flats in student residences.
Some rooms do not include bedding or pillows, so you should buy them as soon as you arrive in the city or bring your own from home. Take a good look at whether the cost of the air conditioning is included in the rental price because, if it is not, you will have to reach an agreement with your flatmates about its use in the summer. If not, this can lead to arguments. In them, you will be able to read the relevant information, both about the university and about life in the city and the experiences of students from previous years.
In these experiences, young people often encourage those who arrive to take advantage of their stay to explore Cyprus to the fullest, both its beaches and other cities, including Limassol, Larnaka and Paphos. Here are some of the ways you can meet people in Nicosia, both when you arrive in the city and before. ESN Nicosia is not attached to any university, but rather supports all international students in the Cypriot capital.
