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The official name of Greece is the Hellenic Republic.
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Greece is located in southeast Europe, close to both Africa and Asia.
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In 2011 the population of Greece was around 11 million.
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The capital and largest city in Greece is Athens. Other major cities include Thessaloniki, Patras and Heraklion.
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Around two thirds of the Greek population live in urban areas.
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Greek is the official language spoken in Greece.
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Greece is a member of the European Union and uses the Euro as its currency.
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Greece is a developed country with a high standard of living. Important industries include the service sector, agriculture and tourism.
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Greece is a popular tourist destination and home to over a dozen World Heritage Sites.
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Greece features thousands of islands, including destinations such as Santorini and Mykonos.
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Greece is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe.
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The highest mountain in Greece is Mount Olympus, it has over 50 peaks with the highest reaching 2917 metres (9570 feet).
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Ancient Greece is said to have laid the foundation for Western civilization, having a large influence on the Roman Empire and European culture.
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The Olympic Games originated in Ancient Greece.
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Athens most recently hosted the Summer Olympic Games in 2004.
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For more information, check out maps of Greece or take a closer look at the Greek flag.