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Greece — Eastern European Time (EET / EEST)
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Major Cities in Greece
📝 Greece Facts, Holidays & Tourism
🎓 For Students:
- Education System: Strong academic heritage with public universities offering quality programs.
- Top Institutions: National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, University of Patras.
- Student Visa: Required for non-EU/EEA citizens; apply via Greek consulate.
- Popular Fields: History, Archaeology, Tourism, Business, Engineering.
✈️ For Visitors:
- Visa: Part of the Schengen Area; Schengen visa accepted.
- Popular Destinations: Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Rhodes, Delphi, Meteora.
- Best Time to Visit: April–October (ideal for islands and cultural trips).
- Local Transportation: Ferries, domestic flights, buses, and metro systems in cities.
💼 For Professionals & Expats:
- Work Visa: Required for non-EU nationals; employer sponsorship usually needed.
- Key Sectors: Tourism, shipping, agriculture, IT, renewable energy.
- Business Etiquette: Respectful, relationship-based, and punctual meetings valued.
- Cost of Living: Moderate — lower than Western Europe, higher in islands and Athens.
🏛️ Tourism & Culture:
- Cultural Heritage: Birthplace of democracy, philosophy, and the Olympic Games.
- Natural Attractions: Aegean Islands, Mount Olympus, Meteora cliffs, Santorini caldera.
- Major Events: Athens Epidaurus Festival, Thessaloniki International Film Festival.
- Local Cuisine: Moussaka, Souvlaki, Tzatziki, Feta cheese, Greek salad, Baklava.
📌 Quick Tips:
- Currency: Euro (€).
- Timezone: EET (UTC+2), EEST (UTC+3 in summer).
- Emergency Numbers: 100 (Police), 199 (Fire), 166 (Ambulance).
- Electricity: 230V, 50Hz; plug types C and F.