| Linnad Kreeka
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| Riigi info |
riigi kood: GR
maailmajagu: Euroopa
kapital: Ateena
keeles: Kreeka
ELi liikmeks: jah
NATO liikmeks: jah
GSM: 900/1800
GPS: 39 00 N, 22 00 E
elekter: 220V/50Hz
valuuta:
Euroopa Liidu euro: EUR
1EUR = 1.2656 USD
telefon koodi:
+30-210
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Travel nõuandeid ja hoiatusi Kreeka
| Tourism |
Greece mainland and the Greek islands are one of the favorite holiday destinations in Europe. In fact, Greece comes in the 15th place in the world rating of tourist destinations, since, according to the National Statistical Service of Greece, it receives more than 15 million tourists every year, after countries such as the USA, China, Spain and Great Britain. |
| Climate |
Greece is perfect for those who enjoy the sun, as for over two thirds of the year the country basks under clear, sunny skies. Temperatures do vary, however. Winters are mild and rainy, with temperatures sometimes dropping to freezing point, especially in the north. Summers are long and dry, with extremes of 37°C (99°F), making the yearly mean temperature about 17°C (63°F). For those not overly fond of the heat, the mountainous areas offer some respite as they receive more rain in summer, and even snow in winter. |
| Cuisine |
Greek cuisine (Greek: Ελληνική Κουζίνα) is a Mediterranean cuisine, [1] sharing characteristics with the cuisines of Italy, the Balkans, Turkey, and the Levant. Contemporary Greek cookery makes wide use of olive oil, vegetables and herbs, grains and bread, wine, fish, and various meats, including poultry, rabbit and pork. Also important are olives, cheese, aubergine, courgette, and yoghurt. Greek desserts are characterized by the dominant use of nuts and honey. Some dishes use filo pastry.
Mezés (μεζές) is a collective name for a variety of small dishes, typically served with wines or anise-flavored liqueurs as ouzo or homemade tsipouro. Orektika is the formal name for appetizers and is often used as a reference to eating a first course of a cuisine other than Greek cuisine. Dips are served with bread loaf or pita bread. In some regions, dried bread (paximadhi) is softened in water. |
| Traditons |
Greece is a country of a great interests and diverse cultures, influenced by its location, at the junction between the East and the West and by the many occupations endured by the Greek people throughout history.
In general, the Greeks are particularly proud of their culture and speak of their country with an intense passion, feeling that their Greek culture is a definition of their national and ethnic belonging. Traditions, religion, music, language, food and wines are the major composites of the Greece culture and constitute the base for those who wish to visit the country. |
| Language |
Greek (Ελληνικά IPA: [eliniˈka] or Ελληνική γλώσσα, IPA: [eliniˈci ˈɣlosa]) is an independent branch of the Indo-European family of languages. Native to the southern Balkans, it has the longest documented history of any Indo-European language, spanning 34 centuries of written records. Its writing system has been the Greek alphabet for the majority of its history; other systems, such as Linear B and the Cypriot syllabary, were previously used. The alphabet arose from the Phoenician script, and was in turn the basis of the Latin, Cyrillic, Coptic, and many other writing systems. |
| Shopping |
All over Greece you will be able to find shops and shopping centers where you can purchase a whole range of items from clothing to jewelry to CDs and videos. There are also many shops where you can purchase a fantastic selection of Greek Products, such wines, pottery, religious icons and embroidery. |
| Costs |
Greece used to be one of the most affordable destinations of Europe, but after the country joined the Euro prices have soared and are now on par with all the other European destinations.
In the sixties and seventies when the currency exchange rate and prices in Greece were favorable to travelers from Western Europe and the US, Greece was a favorite destination for budget-conscious tourists.
Prices in Greece vary from place to place, but this guide should give you a good idea of what to expect if you are planning to travel to Greece. |
| Currency |
Greece adopted the Euro as the main form of currency in 2002, replacing the Drachma. Notes come in denominations of €500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5. Coins come in the shape of €2, 1 and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents. All banks, savings banks and bureau de changes are available to change currency in, with rates differing from place to place. Currency can also be exchanged at any number of places in the UK, with many travel operators offering no commission services. |
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