Travel Tips To Greece
Athens is the capital of Greece. The Olympics originated in Greece. Not only that, it was the world centre of Western philosophy, astronomy, political science, mathematics, and major scientific studies. Also known as a Mediterranean country as it has Mediterranean Sea in the south. It is a popular destination for tourists in this region of the world known for its beautiful beaches, history and traditional peoples reach. The Greek islands are one of the most wonderful places to be explored by cruise ships or yachts.
As one of the earliest known civilizations of the humans in Greece is a country with a rich history and cultural heritage. This is where the Byzantine Empire once ruled and also great Ottoman Empire.
Greece’s national airline is Olympic Airlines. Many popular companies like British Airways and Delta Airlines operates daily flights from Athens. The biggest airport is newly constructed Athens International Airport, which is like 17 miles northeast of the city. The other international airports in Greece Heraklion (Crete) and Thessaloniki (Macedonia).
It is located in Southern Europe bordering the Aegean Sea, Ionian Sea and the Mediterranean Sea, between Albania and Turkey. Located in the southern part of the Balkan Peninsula. It is also limited by Bulgaria and Macedonia in the southeast
It has three different climates namely Alpine, Mediterranean and temperate climate with mild, wet winters and hot dry summers due to Mediterranean also affected. Alpine system is seen in mountainous regions. The temperate climate is near the border along Macedonia. Athens has temperate and Mediterranean.
The official language spoken in Greek. Other popular languages are English and French.
There are traditions and customs in different parts of Greece. The back of playing a hand is considered a negative gesture here in Greece. Casual can be used more often. Smoking is prohibited on public transport and public buildings.
Prohibited items, firearms, ammunition, weapons, narcotics, most meat and dairy products, endangered species, fireworks and alcoholic beverages containing more than sixty per cent alcohol.
This is a travel information if you want to visit Greece.
