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Greek Defence Minister Nikos and Indian Defence Minister will hold a bilateral meeting at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi to enhance defence cooperation.
About Greece
- Location: It is located on the southern edge of the Balkan Peninsula.
- Bordering Countries: It is bordered by 4 nations namely, North Macedonia and Bulgaria in the north, Albania in the northwest, and Turkey in the northeast.
- Bordering Seas: It is also bounded by the Aegean Sea in the east, Ionian Sea in the west and the Mediterranean Sea in the south.
- Capital:Â Athens
Geographical features of Greece
- Terrain: It is predominantly mountainous, with approximately 80% of its terrain consisting of mountains or hills, making it one of the most mountainous countries in Europe.Â
- Climate: The climate of Greece is typically Mediterranean.
- Major Mountain:Â Pindus mountain range on the mainland contains one of the world's deepest gorges, Vikos Gorge, which plunges 3,600 feet (1,100 meters).
- Highest Peak: The highest Greek mountain is Mount Olympus, rising to 2,918 meters.
- Major Rivers: Maritsa, Struma and Vardar etc.
- Natural Resources:Â It mainly consists of petroleum, magnetite, lignite, bauxite, hydropower, and marble.
Source: TH
Greece FAQs
Q1: What is the capital of Greece?
Ans: Athens
Q2: Where is Greece located?
Ans: Southeast Europe
