Maps of Greece

Greece is surrounded by Turkey, Albania and Bulgaria.

Greece has a lot of islands

Greece is in

Europe

Climate The climate in Greece is typical of the central Mediterranean area; summers are warm and dry with plenty of sunshine, while the winter months remain mild, with some rain.

In summer months, the dry hot days are frequently cooled by seasonal winds called the "Meltemi." These dry winds blowing in from the north (though beneficial) can sweep quickly across Greek waters.

The population of Athens (3,216,200)(2006est)

Cities (largest by population) Athens,

Thessaloniki, Patra, Iraklio, Volos

There are a lot of famous artefacts

Spices, garlic and other herbs such as oregano, basil, mint, and thyme are widely used, as are vegetables such as eggplant and zucchini, and legumes of all types.

Greece's climate is perfect growing for olive and lemon trees, producing two of the most important elements of Greek cooking.

This is what the Greek guards wear.

It may be strange but theyhave been wearing this for years.

Independence Day March 25, 1821

Name Greece (long form) Hellenic Republic

Currency Euro

Greece invented the Olympic Games and hosted it first.