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– Greece TRAVEL GUIDE –
Country: Greece
National capital: Athens
Population: 11,216,708 people
Area: 131,940 square kilometers
Currency: euro
Language: Greek
Greece is the cradle of European civilization, it is where democracy was born. From this sun-bathed land came the famous Plato, Aristotle, Hippocrates, Pythagoras and many other fathers of science. Greece has 27 regions that are visited by millions of tourists every year. When going on vacation to Greece, we can go to the mainland, known as the mainland, or to one of the 20 Greek islands. The country has a lot to offer, even for the most demanding tourists. Here you will find fabulous islands, picturesque coastlines, magnificent, historical monuments, great resorts and most importantly… delicious food, without which a Greek trip would not be complete.
-Greece travel guide –
Athens will delight you if you are passionate about the culture, architecture and history of ancient Greece. They will also be a good destination for you if you dream of exploring off the tourist trail. The unknown face of the city will surely surprise you. Or maybe instead of following the trail of monuments, you prefer to sunbathe on golden sand and relax among nature? The region has no shortage of beaches and natural gems. You’ll also find plenty of great places to party.
The phenomenal island of Santorini is one of the most famous places to visit in Greece. It is located north of Crete and belongs to the Cyclades islands. It owes its popularity to its picturesque landscapes and distinctive buildings of pure white shade and blue roofs, which look beautiful in the sunlight. Santorini is called the diamond of the Aegean Sea not without reason. All tourists who visit the place every year confirm that it is one of a kind in the world.
Crete is the largest Greek island, where you will find the best that Greece has to offer: the most beautiful beaches in the world: Balos and Elafonisi, precious monuments (don’t miss the Palace of Tasos), mountains, caves (there are as many as 300 of them) and gorges – among them Samaria – the longest gorge in Europe.
The popular island of Rhodes has all the qualities of an ideal vacation destination – hospitable people, sandy beaches, picturesque cliffs, turquoise coastline and towns full of historical sites. It is a truly Greek island, perfectly reflecting the image of this beautiful country, and the small fishing villages are places where you can experience the traditional life of the locals. Taverns full of friendly atmosphere, charm and delicious cuisine will be ideal.
Delphi is an interesting mountain city and a site with remarkable ancient ruins. It is located on the southwest ridge of Mount Parnassus in the Phocis Valley. It is about 2.5 hours away from Athens. After the Acropolis located in the capital, Delphi is the most popular archaeological site in Greece. They were once a special place of reverence among the ancient inhabitants, who came to this sacred site to ask for advice from the oracle.
The region and at the same time the Peloponnese peninsula is the true heart of Greek ancient culture and a place full of beautiful cities and sights. It allows you to completely immerse yourself in the charms and atmospheres of Greece and at times transport you to distant times. The Peloponnese peninsula, resembling a large leaf in shape, was traditionally called Morea, which means mulberry leaf. It is located south of Athens, and can be reached, among other things, by the impressive Rio-Antirrio Bridge.
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