Surface: The total land area of Greece is around 131,990 sq km.
Population: The country’s population is around 11 million. Ethnic minorities such as Armenians and Jews comprise a small percentage of the population.
System of government: Greece is a parliamentary republic with a presidential form of government.
Capital: Athens, with a population of more than 3.1 million people, is the capital of Greece.
Religion: The national language of the republic is Greek.
Official Language: The national language of the republic is Greek.
Government: Greece is a parliamentary republic with a presidential form of government.
Climate: Greece experiences a temperate climate characterised by hot summers and mild winters.
Units of measure and electricity: The country uses the metric system of measurement with the official electricity unit being 220V, 50Hz.
Time Zone: The standard time is GMT + 2.
Currency: Euro (1 € = 1.35 $)
Travel documents required: Citizens of most countries (except the EU and EEA) require a visa to enter Greece.
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| Economy |
Greece has a capitalist economy with the primary economic activities being agriculture, a well-developed shipping sector and tourism. Other industries include banking and finance, construction and telecommunications. The booming service sector has contributed to the high standard of living enjoyed by Greeks.
The average daily cost for a tourist in Greece is around 35 €. Greece has a well-developed network of buses and trains for inexpensive domestic travel. |
