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Essential Greece information
Capital : Athens
Greece is a Southern European country located on the Balkan Peninsula and numerous Mediterranean islands. Cradle of Western civilization, it is a member of the European Union and NATO. Its economy relies on tourism, services, and agriculture.
Weather in Athens
Updated : 2026-04-21 12:30 ⟳
24.2°C
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Feels like : 25.2°C
Humidity : 41%
Practical travel information
Population : 9,930,000
Languages :
- Grec
- Grec chypriote
Currency : € (Euro)
Continent : Europe
Area : 131,957 km²
Coordinates : Lat: 37.98, Lng: 23.73
Government : Parliamentary republic
National day : 25 March - Independence Day
Essential preparations
Timezone : Europe/Athens
Calling code : +30
Internet domain : .gr
Tap water : unsafe
Driving : Right
Tipping : 5-10% at restaurants, round up
Emergency numbers :
- Police : 100
- Ambulance : 166
- Fire brigade : 199
Electricity : 230V / 50Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type F
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