{"id":228755,"date":"2023-04-04T21:58:07","date_gmt":"2023-04-04T19:58:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/?p=228755"},"modified":"2023-04-04T22:06:30","modified_gmt":"2023-04-04T20:06:30","slug":"greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Greece Uncovered: 14 Tidbits You Probably Didn&#8217;t Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; da_disable_devices=&#8221;off|off|off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; da_is_popup=&#8221;off&#8221; da_exit_intent=&#8221;off&#8221; da_has_close=&#8221;on&#8221; da_alt_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_dark_close=&#8221;off&#8221; da_not_modal=&#8221;on&#8221; da_is_singular=&#8221;off&#8221; 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href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#About_Greece\" >About Greece<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Capital_City\" >Capital City<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Head_of_State\" >Head of State<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Government\" >Government<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Official_Languages\" >Official Language(s)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Religion\" >Religion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Life_Expectancy\" >Life Expectancy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Currency\" >Currency<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Population\" >Population<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#National_Holiday\" >National Holiday<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Area\" >Area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Location\" >Location<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#13_Regions\" >13 Regions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#History\" >History<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Greek_Flag\" >Greek Flag<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/es\/greece-uncovered-14-tidbits-you-probably-didnt-know\/#Iconic_Dishes_by_Region\" >Iconic Dishes by Region<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Greece\"><\/span>About Greece<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Greece is a country that&#8217;s steeped in history and mythology, but it&#8217;s also a place that knows how to have a good time. From the ancient ruins of Athens to the picturesque islands of Santorini and Mykonos, Greece is a place that&#8217;s full of beauty and adventure.<\/p>\n<p>One of the best things about Greece is its food. From gyros to moussaka, Greek cuisine is famous for its hearty and flavorful dishes. Don&#8217;t forget to try the ouzo, a traditional Greek drink that&#8217;s perfect for sipping on a hot summer day.<\/p>\n<p>And let&#8217;s not forget about the beaches! Greece has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with crystal clear waters and stunning views. Whether you&#8217;re into swimming, sunbathing, or water sports, the beaches in Greece are a must-visit.<\/p>\n<p>But Greece isn&#8217;t just about history and beaches. The country is also home to stunning architecture, including the iconic Acropolis, and natural wonders like the Meteora rock formations.<\/p>\n<p>So grab some souvlaki, put on your sunscreen, and get ready to experience the beauty and adventure that is Greece![\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;40px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Capital_City\"><\/span>Capital City<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Athens (Attica Region)<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Head_of_State\"><\/span>Head of State<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Katerina Sakellaropoulou (President 2020 &#8211; present)[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Government\"><\/span>Government<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>parliamentary republic[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; 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_module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Life_Expectancy\"><\/span>Life Expectancy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>81.71 years (2023)\u00a0 Male 79.18, female 84.4<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Currency\"><\/span>Currency<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Euro \u20ac<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Population\"><\/span>Population<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>10,497,595 (2023 est.)[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"National_Holiday\"><\/span>National Holiday<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>25 March (1821) &#8220;Greek Independence Day&#8221; or &#8220;Greek National Day&#8221; (in Greek: \u0395\u03b8\u03bd\u03b9\u03ba\u03ae \u0395\u03bf\u03c1\u03c4\u03ae \u03c4\u03b7\u03c2 25\u03b7\u03c2 \u039c\u03b1\u03c1\u03c4\u03af\u03bf\u03c5 or &#8220;Evaggelismos&#8221;)[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Area\"><\/span>Area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>total: 131,957 sq km; land: 130,647 sq km; water: 1,310 sq km<\/p>\n<p>Greece has one time zone, Eastern European Time (EET) &#8211; Eastern European Time (EET) (UTC+2). During daylight saving time, Greece observes Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) (UTC+3).<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Location\"><\/span>Location<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Greece is a country located in southeastern Europe, bordered by Albania, North Macedonia, and Bulgaria to the north, Turkey to the east, and the Aegean Sea, the Ionian Sea, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south and west. 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width: 100%; height: 440px;\" border=\"1\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 56px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 56px;\"><strong>Name of Region<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 56px;\"><strong>Capital City<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 56px;\"><strong>\u00a0Most visited areas<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 24px;\">Attica<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 24px;\">Athens<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 24px;\">Athens, Piraeus<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 24px;\">Central Greece<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 24px;\">Lamia<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 24px;\">Delphi, Arachova, Karpenisi<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 24px;\">Central Macedonia<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 24px;\">Thessaloniki<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; 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height: 24px;\">Corfu, Zakynthos, Kefalonia, Lefkada, Paxos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 24px;\">North Aegean<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 24px;\">Mytilene<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 24px;\">Lesvos, Samos, Chios, Ikaria<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 48px;\">Peloponnese<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 48px;\">Tripoli<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 48px;\">Nafplio, Patras, Kalamata, Sparti, Pylos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 48px;\">South Aegean<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 48px;\">Ermoupoli<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 48px;\">Santorini, Mykonos, Rhodes, Kos, Paros, Naxos, Ios<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 24px;\">Thessaly<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 24px;\">Larissa<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 24px;\">Volos, Pelion, Meteora, Larissa<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 48px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 48px;\">Western Greece<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 48px;\">Patras<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 48px;\">Patras, Olympia, Mesolongi, Nafpaktos<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 24px;\">\n<td style=\"width: 28.4735%; height: 24px;\">Western Macedonia<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 18.5176%; height: 24px;\">Kozani<\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 38.4052%; height: 24px;\">Florina, Kastoria, Grevena, Kozani<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font=&#8221;||||on||||&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;24px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History\"><\/span>History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>So, once upon a time, a long, long time ago, Greece was just a bunch of different city-states, each with their own government, culture, and way of life. They didn&#8217;t really get along with each other very well and were constantly fighting over things like land and resources.<\/p>\n<p>But then, in the 4th century BC, a guy named Alexander the Great came along and decided to conquer all of them. He was pretty successful and managed to create one of the largest empires in history, stretching from Greece all the way to India. <\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, he died at a young age, and his empire was divided up into smaller kingdoms.<\/p>\n<p>Fast forward a few centuries, and Greece was conquered by the Roman Empire. But even though they were under Roman rule, the Greeks continued to contribute to the arts, sciences, and philosophy, producing famous thinkers like Plato, Aristotle, and Socrates.<\/p>\n<p>In the 15th century AD, Greece fell to the Ottoman Empire and was ruled by the Turks for almost 400 years. During this time, the Greeks struggled for independence and eventually succeeded in the 1820s after a long and bloody war.<\/p>\n<p>After gaining independence, Greece struggled to establish a stable government and was ruled by various kings and dictators throughout the 19th and 20th centuries. But in 1974, democracy was restored and Greece has been a republic ever since.<\/p>\n<p>Today, Greece is known for its beautiful beaches, ancient ruins, delicious food, and friendly people. There you have it! A brief and (hopefully) fun history of Greece![\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;Montserrat|600|||on||||&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Greek_Flag\"><\/span>Greek Flag<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/suitcaseinspain.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/GR-flag.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Greek Flag&#8221; title_text=&#8221;GR-flag&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.19.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_css_main_element=&#8221;margin:auto;&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; header_2_font_size=&#8221;32px&#8221; header_3_font=&#8221;Montserrat|600|||||||&#8221; header_3_font_size=&#8221;18px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>The Greek flag is one of the oldest national flags in the world, having been in use since 1822. It features nine blue and white horizontal stripes, with a white cross on a blue square in the top left corner. The nine stripes represent the nine syllables in the Greek phrase &#8220;Eleftheria i Thanatos,&#8221; which translates to &#8220;Freedom or Death.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.20.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]The blue color symbolizes the sea and sky, which are so important to Greece&#8217;s culture and history, while the white color represents purity and freedom. The cross in the top left corner is known as the Greek cross, and is a symbol of the Greek Orthodox Church, which has played a major role in Greece&#8217;s history and culture. 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