» Things you must know before going for abroad study to Barcelona

Barcelona is amongst the best study abroad places.

From best universities to the environment, from opportunities to the great sites, it has everything that makes it the best study abroad destination.

You can enjoy your study period in Barcelona but it will require proper planning.

Before going to the place you must know some things.

• Learn some basic Spanish:

The people of the Barcelona speak pure Spanish called Catalan. It is a bit different from Spanish. Most the localities can’t speak English. So, learn greeting words in Spanish before going.

• No use of credit card:

Most of the places in Barcelona don’t offer the facility of credit card. So, you must keep the cash instead of using card.

• Pickpocketing issues:

The public areas in the Spain have the major issue of the pick picketers. Avoid taking cash and expensive belongings in public areas like trains, bus stands and markets.

• Student card advantages:

You can avail many advantages and discounts with the help of your international identity student card. Discounts are given on food, clothing and many other things.

• Research about Spanish festivals:

Do some research and learn about all the festivities that are celebrated in Barcelona. Certainly when you are studying abroad you have to participate in the festivals.  Get familiar with special things about the festivities.

• Learn routes of metros:

There are many routes of the metros in the city. You should know about the path of the metros. You can ask native people about the route.

•Prepare yourself for adventure:

Barcelona is full of adventures. There are couple of hiking tracks, parks and museums to visit.

• Look for historical sites:

Look up for most visited and historical sites in the city. And try to visit them. You will get to know about the culture and history of the city.

• Make local friends:

Try to interact with local people and make friends among the local community. This will help you a lot in understanding the culture. Also, the localities guide better than anyone else.

Follow these points and enjoy your journey in Barcelona!