Greece is a country in Southeastern Europe and is just south of the Balkans. Greece has the longest coastline in the Mediterranean Sea. Athens is the largest city and the capital city. The history of Greece is incredible, and it is considered the cradle of Western civilization. It is known for its role in democracy, science, math, and philosophy as well as the birthplace of the Olympic Games. The top tourist destinations include Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, Delphi, Crete, Corfu, Samaria Gorge, Monasteries of Metéora, Rhodes and so much more.