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Discover Greek people, food, culture, unexplored places, facts and unknown gems.

ABOUT GREECE:
Greece has the longest coastline in Europe and is the southernmost country in Europe. The mainland has rugged mountains, forests, and lakes, but the country is well known for the thousands of islands dotting the blue Aegean Sea to the east, the Mediterranean Sea to the south, and the Ionian Sea to the west.

TOP 14 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT GREECE:

1. Greece is made up of thousands of islands
You’ve probably heard of Santorini, Mykonos and Crete… But did you know that Greece is made up of thousands more beautiful islands? It is estimated that Greece is home to up to 6,000 islands and islets, with only around 200 of them being inhabited.

2. Greece has 18 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
If you love visiting heritage sites you’re in for a treat in Greece. The country is home to 18 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including world-famous sites like the Acropolis of Athens, the Temple of Apollo, Meteora, and the Old Town of Corfu.

3. 80% of Greece is made up of mountains
When you think of Greece, you probably picture sandy shores, blue oceans, whitewashed buildings and blue domes. But one of the most surprising facts about Greece reveals that the majority of the country is actually mountains. It’s one of the most mountainous countries in Europe, with 80% of the country covered in mountains. Don’t forget to pack a good pair of walking shoes!


4. No part of Greece is more than 137 kilometres away from the ocean
Greece may be 80% mountains… But if you associate a beautiful Mediterranean coastline with Greece, you’re also right! Greece has an impressive coastline of 16,000 kilometres (9,942 miles), making it the 10th longest coastline in the world. Plus, no part of the country is more than 137 kilometres (85 miles) away from the ocean. That’s a lot of water!

5. Greece has a diverse array of wildlife
With all those incredible coastal and mountainous landscapes, it’s no wonder that Greece is home to some of the world’s most unique animals, like the European Chameleon in Samos.

6. More tourists visit Greece every year than the entire Greek population
It’s no secret that Greece is one of the world’s most popular countries to visit. But did you know that over 33 million tourists visit Greece each year? That’s more than triple the total population.

7. The capital of Greece is named after the goddess Athena
Athena is the Goddess of wisdom and warfare

8. Greece is the third largest producer of olives
The olive tree continues to be a big part of Greek culture to this day… The country has over 120 million olive trees and produces 1.2 million metric tons of olive oil every year. That makes it the fifth largest producer of olive oil in the world, after Spain, Italy, Morocco and Turkey.

9. Athens has more theaters than any other city in the world
They say the world’s a stage – and that’s certainly true in Athens! With 148 theatrical stages, the city has the most theatrical stages in the world, even beating out London’s West End and New York’s Broadway.

10. There are more than 4,000 traditional dances in Greece
With all those theatrical stages, there’s bound to be some dancing in Greece.

11. It’s one of the sunniest places in the whole world
One of our favourite facts about Greece is that it’s one of the world’s sunniest countries, basking in more than 250 sunny days – or 3,000 hours of sunshine – each year.

12. There are more archaeological museums in Greece than any other country
With more than 110 archaeological museums, Greece takes out the top spot for the most in the world.

13. It has another name
A fun fact about Greece is that the country’s official name is the Hellenic Republic. Greeks are known as Hellenes and they call their country Hellas, an ancient Greek word.

14. Greek is one of the oldest languages still in use
The Greek language is considered to be one of the oldest written languages still in use today. Based on archaeological findings, it’s believed to have been used continuously for over 5,000 years.

If you’re considering a trip this ancient land of sun, sea, and souvlaki, then take a look through our range of Greece tours. Here, you’ll unlock the best of Greece’s charm through its people. Break bread with lively locals, be welcomed into small island communities, and take home with you a little piece of how to live the Mediterranean way.