Greece
Hellenic Republic
People: Greek
Greece is the cradle of Western civilisation and democracy, with over 6,000 islands scattered across the Aegean and Ionian seas. Greece is located in Southern Europe and has a population of around 10.4 million. Its capital city is Athens, and the most widely spoken official language is Greek.
By the numbers, Greece is the 92nd most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.13% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 95th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 79 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Greece — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Hellenic Republic |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Athens |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Southern Europe |
| Population | 10,400,720 |
| Area | 131,990 km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official Language | Greek |
| Dialling Code | +30 |
| Internet TLD | .gr |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | GR / GRC |
| Borders | Albania, Bulgaria, Turkey, North Macedonia |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Greece
What is the capital and currency of Greece?
The capital of Greece is Athens and the currency is the Euro (EUR), symbol €.
What is the capital of Greece?
The capital of Greece is Athens.
What currency does Greece use?
Greece uses the Euro (EUR, symbol: €).
What language do they speak in Greece?
The official language of Greece is Greek.
What is the dialling code for Greece?
The international dialling code for Greece is +30.
What side of the road does Greece drive on?
Greece drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Greece
Albania
Bulgaria
Turkey
North MacedoniaThis page contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you purchase through our links, at no extra cost to you. Learn more.
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