Wedding in Greece |
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A destination wedding in Greece offers some of the most beautiful wedding locations in Europe, with pristine beaches and the classic blue and white scenery.  The Aegean Sea kisses the sand to the east and south of mainland Greece, while the Ionian Sea lies to the west. Both regions of the Eastern Mediterranean basin offer a dozens of beautiful wedding locations from fascinating islands, gorgeous islets and rustic white chapels. Greece, which has a population of about 11 million, also holds its own when it comes to history and culture as ancient Greece is generally thought to be the cradle of Western civilization. The land is the birthplace of democracy, Western philosophy, the Olympic Games, Western literature and historiography, political science, major scientific and mathematical principles, and Western drama and comedy. Of course you don't have to work all of those themes into your wedding! The famous city of Athens is the nation’s capital while Thessaloniki, Patras, Heraklion, Larissa, Volos, Ioannina, Kavala, Rhodes, and Serres are all interesting and vibrant cities on their own and tourist hotspots. Greece is also home to many well known islands such as Corfu, Crete, Euboea, Lesbos, Santorini, Mykonos, and Chios, all of which make beautiful wedding locations for a destination wedding. The country is a haven for sun, sea, sand and water enthusiast as it features the tenth-longest coastline in the world at 9,246 miles.  Eighty-per cent of the land consists of mountains and hill, making it one of the most scenic countries in Europe. The famous Mount Olympus, which has been a focal point of Greek culture throughout history, is the highest in the country at 9,570 feet. The peak was once considered the throne of the Gods, and is now very popular with hikers and climbers. Western Greece includes numerous lakes and wetlands and is dominated by thePindus mountain range. There is plenty to see while in Greece for a wedding, as the country is rich in archaeological sites and prestigious and charming monuments. These include various monasteries, castles, churches, temples, medieval cities and traditional settlements and villages. And of course what would a trip to Greece be without witnessing the amazing Acropolis of Athens.  The country also has a vast wealth of cultural tradition and folklore which extend to various festivities, and your wedding planner in Greece will be able to offer you some ways to incorporate some Greek wedding traditions into your ceremony. Want more information to help you plan a wedding in Greece? Check out other areas of our site: |
