GREECE By Dara Regan Greece is a country in southeastern Europe consisting of 2 mainland peninsulas and thousands of islands. Capital: Athens Population: 11.03 million (2013) Currency: Euro Neighboring countries: Turkey, Bulgaria, Macedonia (FYROM), Albania Official language: Greek

Debt crisis in Greece The Greek government-debt crisis (also known as the Greek depression) started in late 2009. Greece had to borrow a lot of money from the European Union to help with the crisis

Tourist Attractions Santorini is a volcanic island in the Cyclades group of the Greek islands. It is famous for its dramatic views, stunning sunsets, the white-washed houses, and its very own active volcano Metéora (“suspended in the air”) in central Greece is a collection of six monasteries spectacularly situated on top of several rock pillars. In ancient times Delphi was the most important site in ancient Greek religion, home to the sanctuary and oracle of Apollo. The Parthenon on top of the Acropolis is one of the most famous Greece tourist attractions and a visit to Athens is not complete without visiting this temple

SPORT Greece is the country from which the Olympic games originate, so you might suspect that sports are still a important part of life The ancient Olympic games were naturally a little different to the modern games, and included the following sports: - Pentathlon: included running, jumping, and discus throwing - Wrestling - Boxing - Pankration (some sort of martial art) - Horse races - Chariot races - Javelin Only Greek people were allowed to take part in the games. In the beginning, it was only a one day event. Later on it turned into a three day, and then a five day event.

Traditional food Tiropites - Phyllo Cheese Triangles Moussaka Perhaps the most widely recognized of all Greek dishes, this oven-baked casserole of layered eggplant and spiced meat filling topped with a creamy bechamel will be the highlight of any Greek meal1. Moussaka. Greek Yogurt with Honey and Walnuts recipe (Yiaourti me meli) A delicious Greek Yogurt with Honey recipe, drizzled with walnuts, infused with vanilla essence and sprinkled with fragrant cinnamon Tiropites - Phyllo Cheese Triangles These finger-friendly triangles are made with phyllo pastry sheets and filled with a delicious mixture of Greek cheeses