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Warmest regions in Greece in May

The Greek islands have long been a very popular tourist destination, so much so that summers mean pretty much every popular beach is swarmed instantly. As such, many tourists may want to come a tiny bit earlier, in May, for instance. Today, we’ll take a look at which part of Greece is warmest in May, so you can choose a proper pre-summer summer destination.

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Fat Thursday in Greece (Tsiknopempti)

You may have heard of Fat Thursday before – some countries, like Poland, celebrate the last Thursday before Lent by stuffing themselves as much as physically possible. In Poland, this is achieved via pączki and angel wings. But did you know that Greece also has its own Fat Thursday? What does it look like? Why is it called Tsiknopempti? Let’s take a look!

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Are Greek shops open on Sundays?

You may be familiar with the fact that some Christian countries still do not allow shops to enter on Sundays, as it’s the day of rest. In the UK, this used to be the case, though now it’s merely the largest shops which have opening hours restrictions. What about Orthodox Greece? Can you go shopping on Sunday? Let’s take a look!

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Is Greece in the European Union?

Millions of tourists visit Greece every year, and it’s no wonder. Greece has it all, from great temperatures all year round, incredibly rich history, wide and glorious beaches and even palm trees and pyramids. Do you want to join the crowd but you know less about modern Greece than about its ancient counterpart? If you’re from an EU country, will you need more than just your ID or passport? Let’s take a look at the basics: is Greece in the EU?

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Do palm trees grow in Greece?

Going on holiday is a chance for many people to experience something completely new. For flora lovers from central and northern Europe, this something can be the tropics with palm trees and intense heat. But what if we can find them closer? Does Greece have palm trees? Let’s take a look!

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