Greece Information Table & Key Statistics
Below is a detailed factsheet summarizing the key administrative, demographic, and geographical statistics for Greece:
| Attribute | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Country Name |  Greece |
| Capital City | Athens |
| Population | 10,423,054 |
| Land Area | 131,957 km² |
| Official Currency | EUR (Euro) |
| Official Languages | Greek |
| Timezone | UTC+2 |
| European Union Member | Yes (EU Member State) |
| Geographical Coordinates | 39.07°N, 21.82°E |
What is Greece?
Greece is a European nation located at coordinates 39.07°N, 21.82°E. Its capital city is Athens, which functions as the administrative and economic center. The country covers a total land area of 131,957 km² and is home to a population of approximately 10,423,054 residents. The official currency used is EUR (Euro), and the primary spoken language(s) is/are Greek.
Geographically, Greece is positioned in Europe's UTC+2 timezone. As a member state of the European Union, Greece participates in the single market, European political governance, and utilizes the official EU standards.
How to Explore Greece on the Map?
You can utilize our interactive Europe map above to study the exact boundaries, neighbors, and cities of Greece. The map widget will automatically focus, center, and zoom in directly on Greece upon loading this page. You can click adjacent country paths to see how Greece borders other nations in the region. Use your mouse scroll wheel or pinch gestures to zoom further into the map, and hover over specific regions to view tooltips showing coordinates, capitals, and country names in real time.
Static Illustration of the Europe Map
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Greece?
The capital of Greece is Athens. It is the administrative, cultural, and political center of the nation.
Is Greece part of the European Union?
Yes, Greece is a member state of the European Union (EU).
What currency and official languages are spoken in Greece?
The official currency of Greece is EUR (Euro) and the official language(s) spoken is/are Greek.