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Greece is a country in the South of Europe with ample coastlines and islands in the Mediterranean, Ionian, and Aegean Seas.
It has a traditional culture that has had an important influence on the politics, philosophy, arts, language and sports of western civilization. Additionally it's a geographically attractive place to visit, with a mountainous mainland and heavenly island beaches.
REASONS TO GO
Aegean - Sunbaths during the days and non-stop parties during the night.
The Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens.
The Hermoupolis port in the island of Syros.
GOOG TO KNOW
Capital: Athens
Language: Greek
Currency: euro (EUR)
Area: 131.940 sq km
Population: 10.7 million
Electricity: 220V/50Hz
Calling Code: +30
Time Zone: UTC +2
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
1 Jan New Year's Day
6 Jan Epiphany
25 Mar Independence Day
1 May Labour Day
15 Aug Assumption
28 Oct Ochi Day
25 Dec Christmas Day
26 Dec Boxing Day
OTHER HOLIDAYS: Orthodox Shrove Monday, Orthodox Good Friday, Orthodox Easter Monday, Orthodox Whit Monday
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