Top 5 Reasons why you should study abroad in Barcelona

For Americans, Europeans and international students, studying abroad is a highlight of students’ academic careers. Though there are countless cities in the world to choose from, Barcelona is one with a reliable reputation for providing an ideal study abroad experience. Barcelona tells its story and expresses its character and creative spirit through museums, galleries, festivals, and local fairs.If you aren't yet convinced, here are the top 5 reasons why Barcelona is the best option to go abroad!

1. Nightlife

Home to some of the best nightlife in the world, this city has so many bars and nightclubs to offer that you will not know  where to start from. Whether you prefer local bars, discos, pre-drinks or just a quiet place where you can enjoy your sangria, Barcelona has it all! Clubs usually open around 1-1:30 am, which means you end up going around 2-2:30. Don't worry about the closing time because they open until 6-7 am. 

2. From the Sea to the Mountains

Barcelona is a city located on the northeast coast of the Iberian Peninsula, facing the Mediterranean Sea. On the other side, it is covered with the beautiful mountain range of Collserola. So, if you are a mountain lover or a sea lover, this city has the best of both to offer. Bordered by wooded hills, Barcelona's surrounding area offers an escape from the bustling city life. A few hours away are the Pyrenees Mountains as well as the vineyards and orchards of the Cataluña region.

3. Art&Culture

Barcelona is a vivid city with its Roman remains, medieval quarters, and Modernist architecture! It’s really no wonder that this city has been the home of many famous and ground-breaking artists such as Antonio Gaudí  and Joan Miró.The architecture in Barcelona is stunning and unique, ranging from medieval gothic castles to the mosaic buildings of Antonio Gaudí. His works are amazingly unique and add intrigue and beauty to Barcelona’s cityscape. 

4. Travel with Ease

Travelling to other European cities is very easy from Barcelona because you can find many daily cheap flights to almost any neighbouring city you can think of. It’s easy to take a weekend getaway to a city you’ve always wanted to visit. The airport is well located only half an hour from the city. To get there, it’s better to take one of Barcelona’s Aerobuses. This express bus system runs every 5-10 minutes from Plaza Catalunya or Plaza España to and from the airport. At only 5,90€ for a one-way ticket and 10,20€ for a round trip, this is by far the cheapest and most convenient way to get to the airport.

5. Climate

Bordering the Mediterranean, Barcelona’s weather is perfect.  The climate of this region is best said as the ‘Mediterranean Climate’ in geographic terms, which is, humid winters, and warm dry summers. The average temperature is about 21°C during day and 14°C at night. Temperatures get as high as 35 degrees in summer and as low as 0 degrees Celsius in Winter.  It still feels like summer during September and October!  And better yet, rain isn’t all too common in Barcelona.