The history of Greece and its islands is fantastic. It's almost four millennia. The country of the gods, the Olympians, the birthplace of philosophy, the cradle of European civilization, culture and art. Greece is a country that loves to remember good old traditions and celebrate many holidays.
The rich celebration of delicious food, surrounded by friendly Greeks can last all night and until first dawn. Among tourists, Greece is very popular in summer - during many festival trips, the most famous of which is the theater festival in Athens.
However, tourists should remain vigilant. Behind the beauty of the Mediterranean, local landscaping can be found and unsafe roads, and decent crime rates in big cities, and dangerous summer currents. So you have to be careful on a narrow and winding road, keep your wallet tighter and try not to get wet sandals.
Holidays in Greece - pleasure is not cheap, since since Greece changed drachma into euros in 2002, the EU obliges this bright little country to raise prices so as not to fall out of the general European economy. Therefore, more or less decent hotels here will cost 30 to 50 euros per night, which corresponds to the price of two-star European hotels.
Tourists, who arrive in Greece for the first time, have to remember a few rules:
The Greeks loved their native language and relentlessly appreciated the tourists who turned to them in Greek.
To visit religious places, such as monasteries and temples, should be in proper appearance: men in trousers, women in skirts.
If you want to photograph something in the museum or at the archaeological dig site, it's better to ask first. Caution: never take photos inside the monastery - that is CATEGORAL forbidden.
Watch your movements, which may not be interpreted as you would expect. For example, if the Greeks saw that you stretched out your arms with five straightened fingers (which worldwide could be regarded as a desire to greet by hand), he could take it for the challenge you gave to "him and the next five generations." And try not to show your approval or disapproval with your index finger, it's better to abandon the deal or vice versa - to wave your head from side to side, representing disagreement.
But even if you forget it, do not be afraid. The Greeks are a very friendly host, so if they are in a positive mood, they will be able to forgive you a lot.
To enter, you will need permission, because the state is part of the EU and without Schengen you will not be accepted there. You must take care of this first, because you have to wait a while. And there's nothing worse than having a ticket or a ticket in hand, but not getting a visa on time. Rest will be spoiled, and nerve cells, as you know, are not restored
