Greece
Capital
Athens
Population
~10.7 million
Currency
Euro (€)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- Greek
- Religion
- Orthodox Christianity
- Climate
- Mediterranean; hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters
Culture & History
Known for: its ancient philosophy, mythology, island beauty, and financial crisis
Also famous for: the Acropolis, Delphi, and Santorini
Food: Souvlaki (grilled meat skewers)
Brief History
Cradle of Western civilization; ancient city-states; part of the Ottoman Empire; independent kingdom since the 19th century; member of the European Union