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Greece

Being one of the earliest civilizations known to human kind, Greece is a

country with rich history, heritage and culture. It’s the place where the

Byzantine Empire once ruled and the great Ottoman Empire. It’s also

considered to be as the birth place of Democracy.

Athens is the capital city of Greece. The Olympic games originated in

Greece. Not only that, it was the world centre for western philosophy,

political science, astronomy, mathematics, major scientific studies and

what not. It’s also known as a Mediterranean country as it has the

Mediterranean Sea in the south.

It’s a popular destination for world tourists because of its beautiful

beaches, reach history and charming villages. The Greek islands are one

of the most wonderful places to be explored by Cruise or Yacht. A trip to

Greece will be one of the most memorable holidays to remember in one’s

life.

Population & Languages

The population of Greece is around 11 million and the official language

spoken there is Greek. The other popular languages are English and

French.