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Greece Vacations

Greece is not only the cradle of Western civilization, but also a source of inspiration for many travellers. Indeed, it is a treasure trove of archaeological and historic gems and features breathtaking landscapes.
A group of 40 islands scattered across the Aegean Sea, the Cyclades are one of Greece's most popular tourist destinations. Today, the Cycladic Islands' architecture is characterized by blue-shuttered, whitewashed houses, Byzantine churches crowned with bright-blue domes, and windmills. Along the southeastern coast of Turkey, the Dodecanese Islands are a 12-island archipelago (hence its Greek name, meaning "12 islands") located in the Aegean Sea. The largest of the Dodacanese Islands, Rhodes, has something for everyone, from lush vegetation and beautiful beaches to a rich history and impressive monuments.
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The sprawling, modern city of Athens is built around the Acropolis ("upper city"), an imposing natural fortress selected by the city's first inhabitants, the Pelasgians, back in the Neolithic age for its strategic elevated position. The symbol of Athens since time immemorial, the Acropolis is crowned by the legendary Parthenon. In the northern part of the city, the National Archaeological Museum houses impressive collections of antiquities.

Greece has a Mediterranean climate with plenty of sunshine, mild temperatures and a limited amount of rainfall. Due to the country's geographical position, its rugged relief and its distribution between the mainland and the sea, there is great variation in Greece's climate. In summer, the dry hot days are cooled by seasonal winds while the winters are mild in lowland areas, with a minimum amount of snow and ice, yet, mountainous areas are usually snow-covered.
 
For monthly average temperatures please refer to your destination of choice.

In bazaars the social ritual of bargaining is the rule. Begin by offering about 60% of the asking price and be prepared to go up to about 70% to 75%. Be prepared to leave in order to bring down the price, and never let anyone know how much you like something. It's great fun once you get the hang of it and a smile goes a long way!

Religious sites, such as monasteries and the like, have appropriate dress codes. Bare shoulders and knees are not permitted (a light covering for bare arms is advised), as well as shorts of any kind.

Capital: Athens
Currency: Euro
Electricity: 220 V
Time Zone: GMT +2 hr
Government: Parliamentary republic
Land size: 131,957 km2
Language: Greek
Population: 11,000,000 approx
Religion: 97% Greek Orthodox, 3% other
 
Documents
Canadians require a valid passport. A visa is not required for stays of up to 90 days.
 
Driver's License
International license recommended.

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