20. Barcelona – Spain
Surely you are not surprised to find this incredible city in our ranking, and we cannot deny the charm of this Spanish treasure located on the shores of the Mediterranean. Barcelona is not only a favorite destination for tourists, but also for thousands of foreigners looking to get lost in its enchanted streets and live a 24/7 experience of wonder and amazement.
The city of Barcelona is the capital of the community of Catalonia; therefore, its official language is Catalan. However, everyone speaks Spanish perfectly and it is the predominant language throughout the territory, so you will be able to communicate without any problems. As for its inhabitants (known as Catalans), they can be cold at first, but they are extremely happy people who are always ready to have fun and meet new people. Moreover, this city has a considerable number of immigrants from all over the world so you can make friends in any way.
The landscape of Barcelona is characterized by its surrealist architecture, its long beaches and green mountains that allow you to appreciate the city from the heights. At the same time, it has hundreds of monuments, parks and buildings that you must visit to get into its essence. Among the most outstanding are the Sagrada Familia Basilica, Parc Güell, Plaza Catalunya, Casa Batlló, etc.
Living in Barcelona is moderately accessible, however, if you move away from the downtown area you can get cheaper rentals and larger spaces, or if you prefer not to go too far you can rent a room and share housing with other people. The minimum wage is 1000 euros and rents are between 700 and 1000 euros depending on the area and you can get rooms from 300 euros.
As for the climate, this city is of the Mediterranean type, that is to say that its summers are relatively dry, and its winters are humid. Its temperature generally ranges from 5°C to 28°C.