Greece, also known as the Hellenic Republic, is a country located in southern Europe, on the Balkan Peninsula. It is known for its rich history, culture, art and influence on the development of Western civilization.
Greece coloring pages
The ancient Pantheon building
The temple was built in ancient times and is one of the best preserved structures from that period. It amazes with its innovative and extremely durable construction and impressive...
Greece's location in the world
The image shows an accurate map of Greece and a smaller map of how Greece looks in relation to the rest of the world. It is a small country, but has islands that are...
Sculpture of a Greek woman
Managing the house, planning purchases, directing the work of slaves - all these were the duties of a woman whose husband was involved in politics or participated in numerous wars....
Lady pours water from a vase
In ancient Greece, the upper class had their own servants who were responsible for the household. They were at the disposal of their employers and were at their every beck and call. The class...
Clash of the warriors
The picture shows Hercules confronting Hippolyta. Hippolyta is the monarchical leader of the Amazons, a tribe consisting exclusively of female exclusive warriors, famous in...
Seagulls over the city of Santorini
The Greek island of Santorini considered one of the most beautiful places on earth, amazing in terms of landscape and architecture, despite its small size hides a lot of secrets....
Sparta warrior with spear and shield
The Spartans were the most valiant people of antiquity, known for their excellent fighting skills, brutality and restrictive upbringing.
The homeland and home of the brave warriors was...
States by the Sea
In the picture we see a map with countries that have access to the sea. It also includes Greece, which...
Historic buildings
Santorini is the most recognizable Greek island in the south of the country. It is famous for its now iconic white and blue cottages, perched on steep cliffs that extend...
Sailors on a Greek vase
The production of Greek ceramics was an important economic activity, and trade in these wares spanned the entire Mediterranean basin. Archaeological studies and reconstructions of vases...
Warrior with a sword
The Hoplites were a formation of heavy-armed Greek infantry that fought in close formation in battle. Their armaments consisted of armor, nagolenniki, helmet,...
People maintaining the culture
Physical fitness played an important role in the lives of the people of ancient Greece. Sports were already known in Cretan culture. Practicing physical exercises prepared boys for military service and trained in them, in addition to speed, strength, flexibility and endurance, the desirable moral qualities known as valor. It also translated into everyday situations. Use different colors when painting a picture.
Sculpture of a man
The Colossus of Rhodes is a giant statue of Helios, the Greek sun deity, built on the island of Rhodes by Chares of Lindos. It was made of bronze and placed at the entrance of the...
Armed Greek warrior
The hoplite troops were made up of free, wealthy citizens of Greek cities, or polis, and peasants who owned ox carts.Their successes in battles against Persian armies caused the rulers after the Persian Wars to...
Back washing
In ancient Greece, servants washed the backs of their nobles. People are divided into classes and the upper classes were definitely richer....
Historic building with columns - Pantheon
The Pantheon is the best preserved building from ancient Rome. It was erected in honor of the Gods. This monument is distinguished by its monumental size....
Poseidon with a flag
The flag of Greece is a rectangle divided into nine alternating horizontal stripes: five blue and four white. The canton features a white...
The learned Plato
Plato was a Greek philosopher. He created a philosophical system called Platonic Idealism. He was a disciple of Socrates and a master of Aristotle. He was an Italian...
The city of Santorini, Greece
Santorini is a magical island in the Aegean Sea, part of the Cyclades archipelago. Although it is small in size, it impresses with its...
Greek fanning
Have you ever had the opportunity to see a peacock with your own eyes? They are beautiful birds, and their great array of colorful feathers after...
Map of the Greek island of Santorini
Santorini is one of the islands belonging to Greece. Many people have it on their list of places to visit, by...
Picturesque vase with a warrior woman
Greek vases have always been decorated with various figures. Mostly they were people, but one could meet vases that had...
Flag of Greece
Who among you knows what colors the Flag of Greece has? Bravo! Blue and white. Prepare your favorite utensils in this color and....
Cats looking at the city
Greece is a beautiful country, so it's no wonder that even cats are eager to see it. Just look at how gorgeous they have....
Greek city
I have a task created only for real lovers of coloring. In the picture you can see a fragment of a Greek city. We can spot fishermen and...
The Greek God Zeus
The drawing shows the figure of Zeus, a Greek god who was called the father of men and gods. He was the ruler of Olympus and...
Map of the island
Greece is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the world. Every year thousands of tourists visit it to see its fantastic...
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- Capital: The capital of Greece is Athens, which is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
- Language: The official language is Greek, which is one of the oldest languages in the world, dating back thousands of years.
- History: Greece has a long and influential history. It is here that such cultural foundations as democracy, philosophy, art, mathematics and science were born.
- Greek Mythology: Greece is famous for its mythology, stories of gods and heroes that have had a huge influence on art and literature.
- Acropolis: One of the most important sights in Athens is the Acropolis, a complex of historic buildings, including the Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena.
- Islands: Greece consists of numerous islands, the largest of which are Crete, Euboea, Rhodes, Lesbos and Corfu. These islands have a variety of landscapes, from beautiful beaches to mountainous areas.
- Kitchen: Greek cuisine is revered around the world. Characteristic dishes include moussaka, souvlaki, tzatziki and olives. Olive oil and feta cheese are often used in various dishes.
- Olympics: Greece is the birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games, which were held from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. The modern Olympic Games were revived in Athens in 1896.
- Tourism: Greece is a popular tourist destination for its beautiful beaches, historical sites, culture and architecture.
- Religion: Most Greeks are followers of the Orthodox Church. This faith is of great importance in the social and cultural life of the country.
- UNESCO Heritage: Greece is home to many UNESCO World Heritage sites, such as the ancient city of Mycenae, Meteora and ancient Olympia.
trivia
- First Olympic Games: The ancient Olympic Games took place in Olympia as early as the 8th century BC and were held regularly for many centuries. The modern Olympic Games were revived in Athens in 1896.
- First Democracy: In ancient Greece, the idea of democracy, or rule by the people, was born. This took place in Athens in the fifth century BC.
- Islands: Greece is a well-known island country, consisting of thousands of islands. Some 227 of them are inhabited, with Crete being the largest.
- The oldest written form of European language still in use: Greek has its roots in antiquity and is considered the oldest written European language still in use.
- Wind tower: The island of Santorini is home to distinctive white buildings, including blue domes and wind towers that were used to generate wind energy.
- Olives and olive oil: Greece is one of the largest producers of olives and olive oil in the world. Olive oil is an integral part of Greek cuisine.
- Meteors: Meteora is home to spectacular monasteries climbed on top of huge rocks. These unique structures are an important place of worship and tourism.
- Literature and Philosophy: The ancient Greeks had a huge impact on literature and philosophy. Writers such as Homer, Aristotle and Plato have lasting significance for world culture.
- The god Dionysus and the theater: Ancient Greek theater had strong ties to the cult of the god Dionysus, the god of wine and ecstasy. This is where the concepts of tragedy and comedy originated.
- The Heritage of the Culinary World: Greek cuisine is listed as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity for its traditional dishes, cooking techniques and eating habits.
- The unique island of Elafonisos: The island of Elafonisos is famous for its unique pink-colored sands, which were formed from the remains of the shells of marine organisms.
- Trojan Column in New York: The famous Trojan Column, commemorating the ancient Trojan War, is located in New York's Central Park and was a gift from Greece to the city.
