Greece, officially known as the Hellenic Republic, is a country in Southeast Europe. It is situated on the southern tip of the Balkan Peninsula, and is surrounded by the Aegean Sea to the east, the Ionian Sea to the west, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south. Greece shares borders with Albania, Bulgaria, North Macedonia, and Turkey.
The history of Greece can be traced back to the Neolithic era. Here are some key historical periods:
Greece has a diverse landscape, consisting mainly of mountains and hills, with many islands scattered throughout the Aegean and Ionian Seas. The country's climate is predominantly Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.
Greek culture is deeply rooted in:
The Greek economy has historically been based on agriculture, but today, services dominate, particularly tourism, shipping, and finance. Eurozone membership has been a significant economic factor, with Greece facing financial crises in recent years.
Greece is a parliamentary republic with a president as head of state and a prime minister as head of government. It joined the European Union in 1981 and adopted the Euro as its currency in 2001.