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Greece Overview

Greece (Ελλάδα) is a land where monasteries are mountainside fixtures, leisurely siestas are standard issue, and circle-dancing and drinking until daybreak are summer rites. The ancient Greeks sprung to prominence millennia ago, and visitors today explore evidence of magnificent past civilizations, as well as Greece’s island beaches, spectacular gorges, and rustic village life. The all-encompassing Greek lifestyle is a fascinating mix of high-speed chaos and sun-inspired lounging, as old men hold lively debates in town plateias, teenagers zoom on mopeds around the clock, and unpredictable schedules force tourists to adopt the natives’ go-with-the-flow attitude.

Facts And Figures

  • Official Name: Hellenic Republic.
  • Population: 10,737,428
  • Capital: Athens
  • Average Bar Closing Time: Sunrise or when the ouzo runs out
  • Years Of Civilization: About 5200
  • Days Of Sunshine Per Year: 300
  • Length Of Coastline Per Greek Citizen: 1.37m
  • Ratio Of Foreigners To Locals:  9:10
  • Percentage Of Islands Inhabited: 12%
  • Number Of Olive Trees Per Greek Citizen:  12
  • Number Of Gods In The Ancient Greek Pantheon:  12
  • Number Of Gods In The Greek Orthodox Church:  1

  • When To Go
  • Late June through August is high season in Greece. Hotels, domatia, and nightlife are in full swing as the 38˚C (100˚F) sun blazes over ancient cities and young sun bathers. If the crowds and frantic ...more

  • Cultural Essentials
  • Greece is a tapestry of cultures and influences, its threads spun by east and west, ancient and modern times, proud emperors and freedom fighters. It’s hardly surprising that this land, praised ...more

  • Suggested Itineraries
  • The following itineraries are designed to lead you to the highlights of Greece’s distinct regions, from cosmopolitan hubs to sleepy villages. While these itineraries are intended for those who ...more



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