10 Intriguing Facts About Greece

## 2. Oodles of Islands Picture this: more than 6,000 islands and islets scattered in the Aegean and Ionian Seas, of which only 227 are inhabited. Talk about having a plethora of options for a beach vacation!

## 4. The Olympic Beginnings Greece is the birthplace of the Olympic Games. The ancient city of Olympia hosted the first recorded games in 776 BC, with only one event - a footrace. Fast forward to 1896, Athens became the location for the inaugural modern Olympics.

## 6. The Greek Blue Ever wondered about the striking blue domes and doors you see in pictures of Greece? That iconic blue, also known as 'Greek Blue,' is considered a symbol of protection against evil in Greek culture.

## 8. A Coffee Culture Greeks love their coffee! They have a distinct coffee culture, with traditional Greek coffee – a strong brew served with foam on top and grounds at the bottom – being a staple in daily life.