• Greece fast facts

     

    Investing in Greece and obtaining Greek residency brings with a wealth of benefits and opportunities. Let’s take a look at some of the key facts on Greece.

     

    Population

    The population of Greece is 10.6 million over a 132 km2 surface. The population density is 82 people per km2.

     

    Currency

    The euro has been the official currency used in Greece since 2002 when it replaced the drachma.

     

    Capital City

    Athens is the capital city of Greece, with a population of 664,046. It is also one of the oldest cities in the world.

     

    Languages

    Greek is the official language of Greece. Just over half of the population also speaks English.

     

    Climate

    Greece has a Mediterranean climate, which means the summer months are hot and dry. The winter months in Greece can be wet and cold.

     

    GDP

    The Greek GDP represents 0.35% of the total world economy with a value of $218.03.

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    About Greece

    Greece is located in Southeastern Europe which sits at the southern tip of the Balkan Peninsula.

    The country boasts several stunning marina locations, including Athens Marina, which is located just outside of the capital, with both the latter and Thessaloniki particularly attractive locations for any lovers of history and culture.

    The Greek capital Athens is one of the oldest named cities in the world. The city has been inhabited for 5000 years and is home to 664,046 today.

    Modern western civilisation as we know it today is considered to have originated in Greece. The country is the birthplace of systems that formed modern scientific and mathematical principles, as well as democracy, of course.