Greece
Welcome to our 2024-2025 destination
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Greece
Join us as we journey to Greece, a Mediterranean gem located on the Aegean Sea. With its rich cultural heritage and stunning landscapes, Greece offers a myriad of experiences to discover. Here, you will find resources to embark on an exciting journey to this enchanting land. Let's explore together!
DID YOU KNOW?
The Olympics began in ancient Greece in 776 BCE and were named after Mount Olympus, the mythical home of the Greek gods.
Greece has 18 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Among the most famous are the Acropolis in Athens, the Parthenon temple, and the ruins of the Olympic Stadium in Olympia.
The word ‘alphabet’ comes from the first two letters of the Greek alphabet, ‘alpha’ and ‘beta’. The Greek alphabet consists of 24 letters, with written records dating back about 3,500 years.
The little owl is the national bird of Greece and is depicted on the Greek 1 Euro coin. The symbols on Euro coins vary by country, reflecting each nation's heritage.
Greece is recognized as the cradle of Western civilization, known as the birthplace of democracy, Western philosophy, literature, political science, theater, major scientific principles, and the Olympic Games.
In Greece, you’re always close to the sea. This European country has the longest coastline in the Mediterranean basin.
Athens, the capital of Greece, is known as the oldest capital city in Europe. It is named after Athena, the goddess of wisdom.
Olive trees have been cultivated for over 6,000 years and Greece is the third largest olive oil producer in the world.
Greece has 6,000 islands and islets, with only 227 inhabited. Crete is the largest of these islands.
Kalamatianos is one of the most traditional and popular Greek dances, deeply rooted in ancient Greek culture. This lively circular dance is often performed at weddings and festivals.
