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Traffic safety: Terrible road conditions, traffic in Saratov is extremely difficult.
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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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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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Racial tolerance: Many refugees, migrants or people with migratory backgrounds are subject to racism and discrimination.
- Expenses: The average monthly expenses of the average resident is pretty low and around $900.
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Workspaces: There is an great environment for working and lots of great coworking spots in Saratov.
- Internet: There is high-speed Internet in Saratov.
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Nightlife: The nightlife is quite low. You will have to organize the evening in a different way.
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Entertainment: There are many interesting places, where you can take a fun with your friends or to spend romantic date.
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Female friendly: Women are still not only dependent on the will of men, but also systematically continue to be subjected to humiliation and discrimination on the basis of gender.
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LGBTQ friendly: The majority of respondents in Saratov are against equal rights for gays and lesbians.
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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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Startup friendly: Unfortunately, startup score is pretty low. Most startups struggle due to different obstacles.
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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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Walkability: The area of is perfect for walking. There are a lot of quality walking paths, sidewalks. Traffic and road conditions are good organized.
- Income: Unfortunately, the local population in Saratov has very low salaries as low as $700 a month.
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Free WiFi: Free wi-fi is available in almost all hotels, but its speed raises many questions. In cafes and restaurants, you sometimes have to pay for an Internet connection.
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English: It will not be easy to communicate directly with the locals – few people speak English, except for the staff of large hotels and restaurants.
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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 can be described as very high.
