Greece has got to be one of the most exotic locations to be in the whole known world. Located at the southern Balkan Peninsula, the Hellenic Republic has a little over 2000 islands in its territory. This country has a legacy rich with tradition and heritage. Greece has long been thought of as where democracy saw its first light and is the ultimate cradle of the western civilization. It has borne so many marvelous concepts and noble ideas such as literature, philosophy, drama, scientific principles and even the Olympic Games.
Today's modern Greece is a developed country that has managed to retain its old world charm while moving progressively into the future. Greece has a mainland that is mountainous and surrounding the mainland is a great number of islands that belong to the country. Greece has one of the longest coastlines in the world. Tourism is one of the strongest industries of Greece. It is responsible for a little over 15% of the country's GDP. More than 16 million tourists flock to the country annually to get their vacation fix.
Athens is not the only famous tourist spot in Greece, the islands surrounding the mainland are a sight to behold. Ionian Island is one of the most spectacular places in Greece. Most of the islands in the country do not have people living in them. A little over 227 islands are inhabited by people and the rest is virgin paradise. Mykonos is the island for the stars. Every year numerous celebrities and dignitaries fly to Mykonos to see and be seen. The Saronic Islands is one of the spots you shouldn't miss. It has scenic spots that even the discriminating tourist would enjoy.
Getting around the islands is easy, you only need to go on ferries or if you really want to splurge you can rent a yacht for your island hopping expedition.
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