10 Amazing Facts About Greece

Greece is a country that you can visit over and over again, discovering something new about yourself every time. Greece has an ancient history, beautiful landscapes, a varied cuisine and friendly people. In general, it is not surprising that Greece is considered one of the most attractive European destinations.

To further arouse your interest and encourage you to plan your holiday in Greece, we offer you a selection of the most impressive facts about the country. Some of them may already be known to you, while others may prove to be a real revelation to you.

1. 6000 islands

Greece comprises about 6,000 islands of various sizes, of which 227 are inhabited. Interestingly, each island is characterized by a unique landscape and culture, and therefore your holiday to a Greek island will be an unforgettable experience.

2. 80% of Greece’s territory is covered by mountains and half of it is covered by forests

According to data from the official website of tourism, Greece is one of the most mountainous European countries. So if you think that Greece is a country of white buildings and churches with blue domes, it is time to think again. And this is a great reason to buy a ticket to Greece and see for yourself how different and unpredictable this country is.

3. Greece’s coastline extends to 16,000 km

Just under half of these are part of the coastline around the thousands of islands in the Aegean Sea. Whichever island you choose to spend your holiday on, you will not only enjoy the sun and local hospitality, but also the spectacular views of the Mediterranean.

4. Greece is a true paradise for lovers of wild natureEe

A great variety of unique animals live here, e.g. the Cypriot sheep, a rare breed of marten, the Mediterranean seal. Some animals are only found on specific islands of the country, which is an indication of the unique ecosystem. Every winter, more than 100,000 birds from Asia and Northern Europe arrive in the Greek wetlands.

5. Greece is a true open-air monument

Within its region there are 18 monuments protected by UNESCO. Of these, 16 are cultural-historical monuments: Athenian Acropolis, Temple of Apollo, Medieval City of Rhodes. Two other monuments -Meteora and Athos- are pieces of cultural and natural heritage.

6. If your holiday is all about sun and heat, come to Greece

According to official statistics, one of the largest islands, Rhodes, has about 300 sunny days per year! This is equivalent to 3,000 hours! Therefore, in addition to a swimsuit and a good mood, you should also bring your sunscreen for your trip.

7. Greece has great beaches

If the ideal holiday for you is beach time, then go to Santorini and black, red and white beaches. They are all amazingly beautiful. Black beaches are a result of the volcanic history of the island. Black sand and pebbles is a spectacular landscape.

8.The best olive oil

Greece ranks third in olive production, after Italy and Spain. However, Greece is considered to have more varieties of olives than any other country. A considerable number of olive groves cover the country’s territory. Approximately 2.3 million tons of olives are produced here annually. Specific olives were planted here in the 13th century and still produce seeds.

9. The Greek Gods

The protector of Athens, the goddess Athena, is also the goddess of war, wisdom and strategic thinking. According to legend, Athena was chosen as the protector of Athens because she gave the people a gift in the form of an olive branch. Compared to Poseidon’s gift of water, the olive was the most valuable gift.

10.Greece is an undisputed leader in the world of archaeology

One of the most popular museums is the Acropolis Museum, located in Athens, on a hill just below the Parthenon.