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    Greece

    Greece at a glance

    Capital city

    Athens

    Population

    10.4 million

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    Cost of living (monthly, one person)

    $1,450/month (Numbeo, 2025)

    Freedom score

    Free, score 85/100 (Freedom House, 2024)

    Safety (Global Peace Index)

    1.93/5 — rank 58/163 (IEP, 2024)

    Language

    Greek

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    People & culture

    Life moves at a gentler pace, centered around the concept of philoxenia, a deep-rooted tradition of hospitality that makes newcomers feel like family. Whether you are wandering through the historic streets of Athens or finding peace in a whitewashed village, the atmosphere is one of profound connection and warmth.