Greece | Islands, Cities, Language, & History | Britannica
4 天之前 · Greece, the southernmost of the countries of the Balkan Peninsula. It lies at the juncture of Europe, Asia, and Africa and is heir to the heritages of Classical Greece, the Byzantine Empire, and nearly four centuries of Ottoman Turkish rule.
Greece - The World Factbook
2024年11月26日 · Greece won independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1830 and became a kingdom. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations.
Greece | Culture, Facts & Travel - CountryReports
6 天之前 · Greece in depth country profile. Unique hard to find content on Greece. Includes customs, culture, history, geography, economy current events, photos, video, and more.
Greece - Cuisine, Culture, Traditions | Britannica
3 天之前 · Greece - Cuisine, Culture, Traditions: In the hot summers, social life in Greece tends to be outdoors. In small towns and villages the tradition of the volta continues, when at sundown much of the population strolls up and down the main street or, on the islands, along the shore.
History of Greece | Map and Timeline
2024年11月25日 · The history of Greece encompasses the history of the territory of the modern nation-state of Greece as well as that of the Greek people and the areas they inhabited and ruled historically. At its cultural and geographical peak, Greek civilization spread from Egypt all the way to the Hindu Kush mountains in Afghanistan .
History of Greece - Wikipedia
2 天之前 · The history of Greece encompasses the history of the territory of the modern nation-state of Greece as well as that of the Greek people and the areas they inhabited and ruled historically. The scope of Greek habitation and rule has varied throughout the ages and as a result, the history of Greece is similarly elastic in what it includes.
Athens | History, Population, Landmarks, & Facts | Britannica
3 天之前 · Athens, historic city and capital of Greece. Many of Classical civilization’s intellectual and artistic ideas originated there, and the city is generally considered to be the birthplace of Western civilization. Learn more about the history and significance of Athens in this article.
How to see the best of Greece in 10 days - Lonely Planet
2024年11月21日 · This 10-day itinerary covers all of the major highlights of a trip to Greece, including ancient ruins, stunning turquoise coastlines and lively tavernas.
14 fun facts about Greece you never knew you needed
2024年11月13日 · Greece: the cradle of Western Civilisation. The birthplace of democracy, theater, the Olympic Games, and much more. Today, we all know Greece for its ancient history, incredible food, and gorgeous island landscapes… But here are a …
The Golden Age of Ancient Greece: Philosophy, Democracy,
2024年11月13日 · Philosophy in ancient Greece played a pivotal role in shaping the structure of Greek society. Philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle explored deep questions about ethics, politics, and knowledge. Their discussions helped people reconsider how to live, govern, and understand the world.