The Cyclades consist of 39 islands of which only 24 are inhabited. The Dodecanese group consists of twelve major islands and a number of smaller islands, each with its own distinctive features and peculiarities. Finally, the Saronic Gulf which is the stretch of sea linking the shores of Attica to those of the Peloponnese, contains a further group of small islands which adds its variety to the general surroundings. Lastly, an outstanding feature of the Greek climate is its ample sunshine. It is not an exaggeration to state that the sun shines in Greece for 3,000 hours per year.
Variety is the hallmark of the Greek geographical landscape.
On the other hand, the endless lacework of the coastline produces a series of scenic surprises. It is these heavily indented shores which give Greece such rare beauty, quite unique in the Mediterranean. Vegetation and climate conform to the variations in the geographical area. It is an impressive figure that is due to Greece's geographical position between Europe and Africa. Although every effort has been made to ensure the correctness of the information contained in this site, Vantage cannot make any warranties as to the completeness or accuracy of such information.