Greece is a slice of heaven presenting an array of exotic wonders. Witness the magic unfold at the gorgeous cityscape of Athens and the shimmering blue paradise of Santorini and more.
Greece, the southernmost of the countries of the Balkan Peninsula. Geography has greatly influenced the country’s development. Mountains historically restricted internal communications, but the sea opened up wider horizons. The total land area of Greece (one-fifth of which is made up of the Greek islands) is comparable in size to England or the U.S. state of Alabama.
Greece mainland and the Greek islands have some of the favourite holiday destinations in Europe.
Greece comes in 13th place (2019) in the world rating of tourist destinations, since, according to the National Statistical Service of Greece, it receives more than 30 million tourists every year.
