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Light in the Spirit and Victory over Darkness
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21 Facts You Probably Didn’t Know About Greece
Greece is the sunniest country in Europe with over 250 days of sunshine per year or around 3,000 hours of sunshine per year.
- Greece is considered the birthplace of democracy and Western civilization.
- It is the sunniest country in Europe with over 250 days of sunshine per year or around 3,000 hours of sunshine per year.
- Greece, not Greece: The official name of Greece is actually the Hellenic Republic. “Greece” comes from the Roman term “Graecia”. “
- More tourists than locals: Greece attracts more tourists every year than its entire population!
- The Greek language is one of the oldest recorded languages in the world.
- Greece has thousands of islands, but only 227 are inhabited.
- The Greek national anthem has 158 verses, making it one of the longest in the world.
- The first Olympic Games were held in Olympia, Greece in 776 BC.
- Coffee Culture: Greeks are serious about their coffee! The small, strong coffee “pot” is a daily ritual for many.
- Greece has the most archaeological museums per capita than any other country in the world.
- Olympus, the highest mountain in Greece, was believed by the ancient Greeks to be the home of the gods.
- Greece boasts the highest percentage of olive tree coverage per land area worldwide.
- Mountain Marvel: Believe it or not, 80% of Greece is mountainous.
- Always Near the Sea: Wherever you are in Greece, you are never more than 135 kilometers from the coast.
- The gorge of Vikos in Pindos is one of the deepest in the world, plunging over 1,100 meters.
- Monarchy Finally: Greece transitioned from a monarchy to a parliamentary democracy in 1975.
- The Greek island of Ikaria is one of the world’s Blue Zones, home to some of the longest-lived people on Earth.
- Greek cuisine is known for its healthy Mediterranean diet, including olives, feta cheese and grilled seafood.
- Many constellations we see today have names that come from Greek mythology.
- Athens holds the title for the city with the most theaters in the world.
- Greece boasts over 4,000 traditional dances, highlighting its rich cultural heritage.
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