Showing posts with label Greece. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Greece. Show all posts

Sunday, June 16, 2013

The beautiful island of Crete

Crete (Κρήτη) is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean sea , and one of the thirteen administrative regions of Greece. It forms a significant part of the economy and cultural heritage of Greece while retaining its own local cultural traits (such as its own poetry and music). Crete was once the center of the Minoan civilization (2700–1420 BC), which is currently regarded as the earliest recorded civilization in Europe.

Here, the visitor can admire the remnants of brilliant civilizations, explore glorious beaches, impressive mountainscapes, fertile valleys and steep gorges, and become part of the island’s rich gastronomic culture. Crete

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Greece - A safe place to travel

 Some people believe false reports about Greece's safety.

 I am Greek-Irish, born and raised in Greece, and I assure you that it is a safe place to live or travel. Even though there is an economical crisis, it doesn't mean that the Greek people became inhumane or violent. We were and still are, hospitable and open hearted people.
Yes it is difficult for us to cope, but we will get through it.

You are most Welcome to come by whenever you want and see for yourselves.


Friday, June 7, 2013

32 Interesting Facts about Greece

  1. Greece came third in Europe, when asking "Do you believe in God" -- 83% said yes. 
  2. 80% of Greece is mountainous and 50% is covered by forests.
  3. Greece is the 2nd largest mountainous country in Europe after Switzerland.
  4. Greece has half the seismic activity of Europe.
  5. Famous ancient Greeks are: Homer, Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Alexander the Great, Cleopatra. 
  6. Athens is the oldest city in Europe, and the birthplace of democracy.
  7. Greece enjoys three climates: Mediterranean, Temperate and Alpine. 
  8. Greece is the only country in the world that is officially Orthodox (Christian) 
  9. Greece is the only country in Europe where state and religion is united.
  10. Greece has the largest maritime fleet in the world. (15.5%) 
  11. Greece has about 2,000 islands. (227 are inhibited).