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The islands are the main characteristic of Greece’s morphology and an integral part of the country’s culture and tradition. Greek sovereign land includes 6,000 islands and islets scattered in the Aegean and Ionian Seas, of which only 227 islands are inhabited. Surrounded by the Aegean and the Ionian Sea, Greece is known for its large number of islands. Millions of people spend their holidays in Greece as the country is famous for the warm weather, the wonderful beaches and the beautiful natural landscape. Particularly popular are the Greek islands rather than the mainland. The most popular islands of Greece: Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Corfu, Lefkada,Zakynthos, Kefalonia, Alonissos, Skiathos, Crete, Rhodes and many others…
Every island differs from any other for its own beauty and charm. There are Greek islands for every type of character: remote and quiet islands, touristy, Greek party islands, unspoilt Greek islands, romantic and many other types, so you will surely choose the best for you to enjoy your perfect vacations. 

The Greek Seas offer perfect conditions for Greece diving in its clean and crystal clear waters and many vistors travel here only for diving. Scuba diving is allowed in all the sea areas of Greece and the Greek islands where there is no specific prohibition for the protection of archaeological sites. Clear water, teeming marine life, caves and shipwrecks attract thousands of scuba divers to Greek waters each year. Until recently diving was limited to just a few dive sites to protect the many ancient underwater treasures.Now restrictions have been lifted and many new areas have been opened up for scuba diving. Scuba diving is now allowed in all Greek seas, except where specific prohibitions apply.

Tourism in Greece traces its roots to the ancient times.  Roman Empire and Romans contributed to Greece culture and tourism. Today, Greece attracts more than 17.5 million tourists.

1)Athens:

You can find everything about history such as museums, theatres, ancient cities in this city. The Acropolis of Athens is the most famous archeological edifice in the entire Europe. You can find beautiful streets, taverns, cafes in thi city. The heart of the city is, without a doubt, Syntagma Square. Just a few kilometers from the historical centerA walk around the famous historic areas of Plaka, Thission and Psyri reveal the city’s long history. Also there are wonderful beaches in Athens.

2)Tinos

Tinos, is the most visited Greek Island. Panayia Evangelistria (or the Church of the Megalochari) stands on top of a small hill overlooking Tinos Town. Every year on August 15 there’s a spectacular fair taking place on the streets of the town and at the church.

3)Crete

Crete is most popular holiday destinations in the country. Overall, more than 2 million tourists visited Crete in 2008.The ruins of the Minoan palace of Knossos, the beautiful Venetian fortress of Rethymo, the old Venetian port of Hania, the old mosques, and the Byzantine monasteries are just some of the places Crete is proud to let the tourists discover. T

4)Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is the second largest Greek city. It once was the co-capital of the Byzantine Empire. Today is considered more lively and more cosmopolite than Athens. IThere are plenty of museums to visit and a lot of preserved historical places to check out. The Upper Town offers spectacular views of the bay. The Turkish baths and the Bezesteni (Ottoman closed market) are just two of the most interesting places to visit.

5)Mykonos

Mykonos is mostly famous for its nightlife and cosmopolitan character. But the landmarks of Mykonos are the “windmills” and the beautiful “Little Venice”

Greece has a rich nature, with a greatly varying landscape, natural habitats, flora, fauna and vegetation. In the mainland, high mountains, ravines, gorges and valleys are alternating with rivers, lakes and lagoons, rocky or sandy beaches, river deltas and coastal wetlands.Greece is characterized by an extremely fragmented landscape hosting a great diversity of ecosystems. Almost 5 % of its extensive coastline consists of ecologically sensitive wetlands. You can easly visit natural parks of Greece.The list of national parks in Greece:
1. Olympus National Park
2. Parnassos National Park
3. Parnitha National Park
4. Samaria National Park
5. Vikos–Aoös National Park
6. Ainos National Park
7. Sounio National Park
8. Oeta National Park
9. Pindus National Park
10. Prespes National Park

Santorini makes your dreams come true. It’s famous with its sunset wiew, ancient houses, tavernas, olive oil, wine, black, white and red beaches. Santorini has perfect matches of blue and white. Island which has located on huge volcanic rocks is look likes covered with whites. Santorini Island said to be one of best photographic place thanks to its blues and sunset. You have many options in Santorini such as walking along the caldera from Fira to Oia, climbing to see Ancient Thira, scuba diving and snorkeling, horseback riding in Exo Gonia, Caldera Cruise and Oia Sunset, plannig your wedding.

One of the best Greek Island Santorini, officially Thira, is a volcanic island has 3500 years. Akrotiri one of Santorini’s must-sees is known with ancient history. This extremely well preserved antique city goes you a historical journey. Also there is a Archeological Museum to see in Fira. Besides of these beauties there are naturally fantastic beaches such as the beach of Perissa, the black pebble beach of Kamari, white beach and red beach. So why are you waiting for it? Come and live an extraordinary adventure in this amazing Greek island!

Fishing is an interesting hobby done by many people all over the world. for some people fishinh is just a entertaining hobby, yet some others make a living by fishing. On the other hand, every day the global warming and global pollution make impossible to live organic and natural, like in the old days. But still there are some places, some earthly paradises where people can live like a natural man. Greece is a such place.
Since the ancient times Greeks love to eat fish. In historical findings there are many evidences that support the idea. Greek fishermen are said to be one of the best in Aegean Sea. Also poor used to do fishing to survive in Greece. Fish is God’s gift for all the people.
So Greece is a perfect and natural place for fishing. It is not really a real madness to travel to Greece for fishing in deed. Travel Greece and fish like hundreds years ago men did.

Volunteering and volunteer activities are the requirements of being responsible individuals thus the world is not fair enough. There are different types of volunteer activities and different volunteering areas in the world. For example one can go to any of the third world countries and work with children or women who have social and psychological problems. Or going to poverty areas and helping the poor is another way of volunteering. Educational or medicinal help is also a common way of volunteer activities.
This summer youngsters between the age of 18 – 24 can travel to Greece for both holiday and volunteer activities. The activities have been launched by General Secretariat for Youth. The volunteering activities will take place in July and August. The volunteer program in Greece includes some community work and social participation.
Greek or EU citizens between 18 – 24 ages can attend the volunteer activities in Greece. Volunteering may be a reason to travel to Greece.

Greek is one of the top destinations in the world. Recently Tourism Workers Union has been announced that tourists who travel to Greece are expected to raise about 10%. It is said that the crisis in North Africa and Middle East will force people to travel safer countries. Greece is one of them.
Yesterday Federation of Greek Tourist Enterprises has announced that tourist arrivals to Greece are increasing significantly. Increase has been declared 25% only in April. It is thought to be much more in May and in summer period.
Most preferred destinations in Greece are Greek Islands such as Crete, Santorini, Rhodes and cities like Athens and Thessaloniki. Most of the Greece travelers prefer culture tourism to the ancient cities or sea holidays in perfectly beautiful beaches. Whatever the reason is, it’s certain that this year more tourists will travel to Greece.

There is a nice, calm lake near Thessaloniki, in Macedonia region. Lake Volvi is located near Aegean Sea, has some nice atmosphere. Lake Volvi is the second largest lake in Greece. It was a part of a huge lake with Lake Koronia about a million years ago. Today Lake Volvi is in Volvi – Koronia National Park region and it is among the wetlands of Greece that are under protection.
These are good reasons to travel to Greece and visit this beautiful lake Volvi. But there is another reason; Spa opportunity. In Apollonia Forest, in Nea Apollonia, there are nice thermal baths, spa pools, sauna, jaccuzi and chambers of spa therapy. There are also some other sport opportunities near Lake Volvi, beautiful sightseeing and nice places to stay.
Lake Volvi is not known much. However there are people who travel to Greece and visit this nice Lake and its spa baths.

: Naxos Island is a reason to travel Greece for perfect holidays. It is the largest island in Cyclades Island group and the most visited one. Also it was the centre of Cyclades culture in history and time.
Popular tourist destination Naxos also has some ancient ruins that are preferred to visit. On the other hand, the beautiful beaches of Naxos are other tourist attractions. Agriculturally powerful island Naxos is also known for its famous potatoes. Naxos is the potato island and potato exporter of Greece.
Greece mythology also mentions Naxos. According to Greek mythology Zeus is raised in cave in Naxos. That is why Naxos has some mysterious fame too. Naxos Island also ruled by Ottomans some time in history.
With its Byzantine churches and monasteries, unfinished Apollo temple, beaches and resorts Naxos is a great destination for perfect Greece holidays. If you wish to have one, travel to Greece, travel to Naxos Island.

Greece is one of the most visited countries in the world. Every year, especially in summer, millions of people travel to Greece for perfect holidays. Many parts of Greece are perfect destinations for tourists all around the world. Nature lovers, luxury lovers or calmness seekers are all welcomed in this beautiful and safe country. But still people need to know some emergency numbers in case of emergencies. Knowing the emergency numbers can save life. Here are some emergency numbers for Greece travelers. Please note them before you travel to Greece.

European Emergency: 112
Police Info: 1033
Drug Squad: 109
Tourist Police: 171 or 210 171
SOS Doctors (Athens): 1016
Express Service: 1154
Traffic Police (Athens): 210.523.0111
Traffic Police (Thessaloniki): 2310.388.136
Aliens Bureau (Athens): 210.340.5888
Aliens Bureau (Thessaloniki): 2310.555.958
Poison Center (Athens): 210.779.3777
Directory Inquiries: 11888
International Operator: 139

Police:100
Ambulance: 166
Fire dpt: 199
Coast Guard: 108
Road Assist.: 10400
Directory: 11888