Greece is a modern country in southeastern Europe with an ancient history which goes back thousands of years. As well as its mountainous mainland it has 1400 islands, although few are inhabited. The highest point, Mount Olympus (2917m or 9570 feet high), is considered the throne of the gods and the ancient Parthenon was built to honour the goddess Athena, the patron goddess of Athens.
Greece’s historic architecture, beautiful beaches and hot dry summers make it a great holiday destination. As well as tourism, the shipping industry is a key part of the Greek economy. Greece has given the world some great cuisine including moussaka, Greek salad, meze and feta cheese.
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