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.
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 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
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