The Brief of Greece

Where is Greece exactly? Greece is the country at the southernmost point in Europe. At the northern border of Greece, you will find Albania, X-Yugoslavia, and Turkey at the northeast. The water borders consist of three seas. The Aegean Sea to the east, Ionian Sea on the west and the Mediterranean Sea bringing up the border on the south.

The official title of Greece is the "Hellenic Republic." This country is comprised mostly of mountains, which trail to the sea creating its peninsulas and many islands. More than four hundred islands are included in this country's land territory. However, there only about one hundred and forty of these that are being inhabited. The life expectancy of the average Grecian is quite long. The life span of the population in Greece pushes seventy-nine years. Greece's government is a parliamentary republic. The current currency of Greece is the euro, which only began circulation in 2002, superseding the drachma.

Not only is Greece a beautiful country, but it has many historical sites for travelers to tour and view. Since the first advanced civilization of the Western world developed here, there are many areas of cultural and historical importance to be found. Included in these sites, is the amazing architecture of Parthenon. The highest peak in Greece is Mount Olympus, from ancient eras, home to the Gods of Mythology. Beyond the beauty of historical sites, the beaches and mountain views are must sees. There are also various birds and wildlife to be possibly sited during your travels.