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🇬🇷 Greece Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Greece is a country in Southern Europe, Europe. It covers a total area of 131,957 km² and has a coastline of 13,676 km. It shares land borders with 4 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Europe
geographical region
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Region
Southern Europe
sub-region
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Total Area
131,957 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
80/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
13,676 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+2/3
UTC offset
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Independence
1821
established
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Climate
Mediterranean, hot dry summers, mild winters
general type

Location and Position

Greece is situated in Southern Europe, within the broader continent of Europe. The country has a coastline of 13,676 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Greece covers a total area of 131,957 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 10.6M across this area, the population density is 80/km². The capital city is Athens.

Climate

The climate of Greece is mediterranean, hot dry summers, mild winters. The best time to visit is generally May–June, September–October, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Greece

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Albania
Tirana
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North Macedonia
Skopje
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Bulgaria
Sofia
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Turkey
Ankara

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Greece located?

Greece is located in Southern Europe, Europe. The capital city is Athens.

How large is Greece?

Greece has a total area of 131,957 km² with a population density of 80/km².

What countries border Greece?

Greece shares land borders with: Albania, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, Turkey.

What is the climate of Greece?

The climate of Greece is Mediterranean, hot dry summers, mild winters. The best time to visit is May–June, September–October.

What timezone is Greece in?

Greece observes UTC+2/3 timezone.

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