Greece, with its official language being Greek, is renowned for its significant historical contributions and cultural heritage. Known as the cradle of Western civilization, Greece is credited with the birth of democracy, philosophy, and the Olympic Games.
Taramasalata
A mainstay of any Greek meal are classic dips such as tzatziki (yogurt, cucumber and garlic), melitzanosalata (aubergine), and fava (creamy split pea purée). But the delectable taramasalata (fish roe dip) is a must. This creamy blend of pink or white fish roe with either a potato or bread base is best with a drizzle of virgin olive oil or a squeeze of lemon.
Greece has one of the longest histories of any country, and is considered the cradle of Western civilization, and as such, is the birthplace of democracy, Western philosophy, the Olympic Games, Western literature,[8] historiography, political science, major scientific and mathematical principles, and Western drama, including both tragedy and comedy
A little of the Greek history.....
The Greek fashion follows the European standards. However completely black clothing is worn for one year in mourning. A cliché depicts the mountainous Cretans wearing black trousers, shirts, black stivania (Cretan type of boot), black sariki (Cretan type of turban), and gold neck chain.
