Southern Europe

Greece

Ancient temples, whitewashed island villages and long, lazy summers: Greece packs the roots of Europe into mountains, mainland ruins and hundreds of islands.

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Before you plan: Ferry timetables and some archaeological sites change by season or because of strikes and wildfire risk in summer, so check official sources before you travel.

Capital
Athens
Languages
Greek
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Best time to go
May to June and September to early October for warm sea, good light and fewer crowds; July and August are hot and busy, and many island businesses close from November to March.

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Monument in Greece

Monument

Portara of Naxos

Naxos Town, Greece

A giant marble doorway on an islet, all that remains of an unfinished temple.

Monument

Arch of Galerius

Thessaloniki, Greece

A Roman triumphal arch carved with scenes of victory, on one of the city's busiest streets.

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