The marked variety of the terrain above water continues under water, along the seabed which, millions of years ago, formed a projection of the land. Pit is 4,850 metres deep which is the deepest point in the Mediterranean. Vegetation and climate conform with the variations in the geographical area. It is an impressive figure due to Greece's geographical position between Europe and Africa. Plants associated with the joys of life are the country's countless vineyards.
Major vegetation is likewise peculiar and above all made to man's measures.
The trees are of medium height and vary from pine, oak, fir, olive and mulberry trees to fruit and palm trees. Lastly, an outstanding feature of the Greek climate is its ample sunshine. It is no exaggeration to state the sun shines in Greece for 3,000 hours per year.