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Calabria at a Glance
Outstanding Feature
The University of Calabria is a unique residential campus in Southern Italy, where many students live on campus, surrounded by vast green spaces.
Its strategic location allows students to explore coastal areas such as Scilla and Cariddi, Capo Vaticano, Tropea, Le Castella, all renowned for their crystal-clear waters, breathtaking landscapes, and rich marine biodiversity. The Sila mountain complex, with beautiful landscapes and skiing facilities, is at accessible distance (45 min by car). Calabria is home to historic villages like Gerace, Rossano, and Bova, which preserve Greek-Bizantine, Norman, and Swabian influences, with churches, castles, and local traditions that tell centuries of history, far from mass tourism.
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| Restaurants & Bars |
Italian cuisine is a symbol of our tradition. If you're in the area, excellent restaurants in the city of Cosenza are, among many others, Calabria Bella, Vicoletto, A Cantina Cosentina, 87cento. |
| Museums |
The museum system at the University of Calabria offers educational activities and tours, available both in person and through virtual modes. Among the various museums, the Museo del Presente in Cosenza is highly recommended for contemporary art, while the Museo della Civiltà Contadina in Rende offers a deep dive into Calabria's rural heritage, showcasing agricultural tools and local traditions. These museums highlight the region's artistic and cultural richness. |
| Cultural sights |
The Svevo Castle in Cosenza offers a panoramic view of the city and hosts cultural events. Also worth visiting is the Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A stunning bridge designed by the famous architect Santiago Calatrava can be seen from many spots in Cosenza and Rende. |
| Hangout spot | The University campus is a gathering spot for students, with bars, libraries, and outdoor spaces. Each neighborhood has a common room where you can play ping pong, board games, cards, and sometimes parties are organized by the student representatives. The Quattromiglia area is also very popular. |
| Opportunities to meet people | Many activities are organized by the ESN association, such as Speed Tandem to practice languages and meet new people, Discover Cosenza, visits to various locations, and trips, as well as cultural and linguistic initiatives by the University of Calabria. |
| Events | The Festival delle Invasioni in Cosenza offers concerts and cultural performances every summer. The Carnival of Castrovillari, not far away, is one of the oldest in Southern Italy. |
| Nature Spot |
The Sila National Park is perfect for hiking, skiing, and nature trips. The other mountain complex, Serre, also offers beautiful attractions and natural adventure parks. |
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| Job Opportunities |
There are opportunities for internships and part-time jobs in the university sector or in the service industry in the city. |
| Pharmacy/Health Services |
The campus has a Medical Center, located at Cube 34B. |
| Supermarket |
Vivo supermarket, Conad, Campus (Interspar) and EuroSpin are the closest supermarkets to the University of Calabria. In Quattromiglia, there are Interspar, Contè and Market Punto è. |
| Hotels/Accommodation |
The Hotel President, Hotel Marconi, Majorana, Domus are in Quattromiglia at relatively close distance from the University, but there are also many other options. |
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Living "the Italian way" means immersing yourself in a lifestyle that values conviviality, hospitality, tradition, and the beauty of everyday life. The informal greeting is usually two kisses, from right to left, but a simple "ciao" works just fine. The food culture is very strong, and you could easily be invited to have a coffee or go for an aperitif. |
For more information, contact the local ESN.
