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About The People
Did You Know... More than 7 million Greeks or persons of Greek origin live outside of Greec »» More
Eating & Recipes... Traditionally, the main meal of the day is lunch, served in the early after »» More
In Their Language... Greeks are often expressive in their greetings. Friends and relatives »» More
Fashion... Conservative dress is preferred. Traditional costumes are worn at folk fest »» More
Socializing... While women have gained greater prominence and rights in the last generatio »» More
Family... It is vital that no member bring shame or dishonor on the family. If one »» More
Sports & Recreation... Ancient Greeks were proud of their athletic skills and held the first »» More
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Greece History
The Greek War of Independence began in 1821 and concluded in 1830 when England, France, and Russia forced the Ottoman Empire to grant Greece its independence under a European monarch, Prince Otto of Bavaria.
At independence, Greece had an area of 47,515 square kilometers (18,346 square mi.), »» More | Statistics, Graphs, Charts, & Data Tables
Capital Cities... Athens »» History of Athens
Population: 10,737,428
GDP: $343,600,000,000 (USD)
Total Area: 131,940 (sq km) 50,942 (sq mi)
Currency: euro
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