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Free WiFi: Unfortunately, there are very few points in Nizhny that provide free Wi-Fi, and those that do have a weak Internet signal, so in many cafes wifi Internet is available only at a low speed.
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Healthcare: The level of local medical institutions is very low, there are no modern clinics. There is a certain lack of modern medical equipment and qualified personnel.
- Income: Unfortunately, the local population in Nizhny has very low salaries as low as $700 a month.
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Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.
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Traffic safety: Terrible road conditions, traffic in Nizhny is extremely difficult.
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Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score in Nizhny is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.
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Friendliness to outsiders: The attitude towards foreigners is often open and friendly, but not overly intrusive.
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Education: The level of secondary and higher education in Nizhny can be described as very high.
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LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Nizhny are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.
- Expenses: Prices for everything are very affordable. There are many very decent pizzerias, cafes, restaurants at reasonable prices. Usual monthly spendings are around $1800.
- Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Nizhny.
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English: It will not be easy to communicate in Nizhny directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.
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Quality of life: performs above average in subjective well-being, jobs and wages, income and well-being, health, social connections, environmental quality, education and skills, work and leisure balance, housing and personal safety.
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Freedom of speech: There is no formal freedom of speech. Any negative information in the media is prohibited. Foreign radio programs are jammed.
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Walkability: The area of Nizhny is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.
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Fits for families: Unfortunately, does not provide the necessary infrastructure for families with children. There are no children’s entertainment centers, mini-clubs, children’s pools, etc.
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Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots in Nizhny.
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Entertainment: Unfortunately, Nizhny does not have a lot of cafes and restaurants, places to relax and to have some entertainment.
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Female friendly: Despite the fact that women have equal rights with men and the attitude towards them is liberal, in some areas there are still many prohibitions against them. Decisions in the family are usually made by men, the influence of women in the family is very great.
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Level of happiness: The level of happiness and life satisfaction among the local population is quite average.
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Nightlife: has a small number of pubs and nightclubs, but the existing ones are characterized by a high-quality level of service and reasonable prices.
