Greece is a country located in southeastern Europe, at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa. It shares borders with Albania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, and Turkey, and has a long coastline along the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean Seas. The capital city is Athens, one of the world’s oldest cities and a symbol of ancient civilization.

Greece is known as the cradle of Western civilization and democracy, with a rich history that includes influential contributions in philosophy, art, literature, science, and politics. Ancient sites like the Parthenon, Delphi, and Olympia reflect its historical legacy.

The official language is Greek, and the majority of the population practices Greek Orthodox Christianity. Greece has a parliamentary republic system of government.