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Greece

This is Greece’s flag. Greece. By: Abby. The Land. 80% of Greece is covered by mountains. Some animals such as wildcats, deer, and jackals make their homes in Greece. The highest point is Mount Olympus (9,570 feet or 2,917 meters high!).

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Greece

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  1. This is Greece’s flag. Greece By: Abby

  2. The Land • 80% of Greece is covered by mountains. • Some animals such as wildcats, deer, and jackals make their homes in Greece. • The highest point is Mount Olympus (9,570 feet or 2,917 meters high!). • The mountains and valleys were formed between 65 – 1.7 million years ago! This is a map of Greece and some of the cities.

  3. The People • Albanians came into Greece areas in the 1100’s. • Each year the people of Greece take part in a festival known as Apokries. The feasting and dancing go on for 3 weeks in late February and early March. • The population is over 10 million people. This is a Greek person celebrating the Apokries festival.

  4. Ancient Greek Temple of Parthenon The temple of Parthenon is dedicated to Athena Parthenon. She is the warrior maiden. The temple is a building made entirely of white marble. It is a specific part of the Acropolis. It rises 152 meters (500 feet) above sea level. The temple was built in 447 – 432 B.C. The Parthenon is the largest building atop the Athenian Acropolis. http://www.dkv.columbia.edu/vmc/acropolis/index.html#1_3 This a picture of the Temple of Parthenon.

  5. Why Should You Go? You should come to Greece because of…EVERYTHING! The people of Greece are so nice. They will welcome you with a big smile. Another reason you should come is because of the land. There are so many mountains. To be exact 80% of Greece is covered by them. One more thing, if you do come here you could go and visit the Temple of Parthenon. Remember it was built in 447-432 B.C so don’t destroy it…please!

  6. Bibliography • Welcome to Greece • Greece • Go.Grolier.com • www.dkv.columbia.edu/vmc/acropolis/index.html#1_3 • www.nationalanthems.info/search.html • Google Earth

  7. THE END Any questions or comments?

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