Greece boasts more archaeological museums than anywhere else in the world. Greeks are known for their delectable seafood cuisine and olives and feta cheese production. Ancient Greece required men aged 18 or above to enlist in its military. 1. It is the birthplace of democracy Cleisthenes was Athens’ lawgiver during its transformation into democracy in…
Have you heard that ancient Greece was once known as the birthplace of Western civilization, home to democracy, theatre and Olympic Games? But did you also know anything else about them? The Ancient Greeks achieved much, from inventing theater to devising an anti-corruption system – here are 10 amazing facts about Ancient Greece! 1. They…
Everybody knows that Greece is at the core of Western Civilisation and democracy, and is renowned for its beautiful islands attracting tourism. But many are also unaware of some fun facts about Greece that may surprise them! Here are just a few. Do you know that ancient Greeks invented theatre? Or that they wore masks…
Greece is widely acknowledged for being one of the sunniest countries in Europe and for its white and blue buildings, feta cheese production, ancient history and as the place where democracy first emerged. Greece boasts an abundance of archaeological sites and museums that are recognized by UNESCO, while its art has inspired generations of European…
Most people know Greece as the birthplace of Western Civilization and democracy; however, few know of other interesting facts about Greece that most don’t know about. One of the most striking facts about Greece is that 80 percent of it consists of mountains. One such mountain range, the Pindus Range, contains one of the deepest…
Greece during ancient Greek history was one of the world’s most advanced pre-industrial economies, boasting notable philosophers and poets like Socrates, Sophocles, Plato and Aristotle as renowned figures. Pheidippides ran 42,5 km to Athens to announce the Greek victory over Persians – now commonly referred to as the marathon race. 1. They wore purple dye…
Ancient Greece has left us with many lessons; from democracy and science advancements, to their bizarre obsession with beans and even their belief that sneezing was divine! There are so many fascinating aspects about its culture, history and people! There’s even some strange facts like having an intense dislike of beans! And don’t forget sneezing…
Ancient Greece had approximately one hundred city-states that influenced Roman society in terms of language, art, architecture and way of life. The marathon takes its name from Pheidippides, who ran 25 miles back to Athens after defeating Persian forces during wartime. The Greeks invented theatre. Additionally, they also practiced throwing their teeth for good luck!…
Here we have collected some of the most fun ancient Greece facts to make your next Greek class even more engaging! Ancient Greece had over one hundred city-states. Roman culture borrowed heavily from theirs – including language, religion, architecture and even food! Citizens could vote to exile politicians from the city for 10 years in…
