Bologna is one of the best-preserved medieval cities in Europe. It is a lively, vibrant and cosmopolitan city with a rich history, culture, cuisine and music. The city was appointed European Capital of Culture in 2000 and UNESCO City of Music in 2006.

Bologna is home to the oldest university in the Western world, the Alma Mater Studiorum. With over 100,000 students, the University of Bologna brings vital lifeblood to the city. Bologna is a university town, and the city's population swells from 400,000 to over 500,000 whenever classes are in session. This community includes a large number of Erasmus, Socrates, and overseas students.

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