The Regions of Greece
and How They Taste
Ancient and modern, rugged and serene,
Greece remains the destination of countless
travelers who come every year to be a part
of the nation's history, beauty, and culture.
Mountains and rugged rock formations
cover more than two-thirds of the landmass
of Greece. Mount Olympus, the country's
tallest mountain, was believed by the ancient
Greeks to be the home of the gods. And
who would blame them? At almost 10,000
feet (3,048 meters), it dominates not only
the surrounding countryside but can be
seen from the Aegean Sea. more...
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