Greece, a country filled with myths and romantic charm. It is the birthplace of Western civilization, with a long history and a brilliant culture, often referred to as the "Cradle of Western Civilization." The Mediterranean's ancient coastline outlines the most beautiful Aegean Sea, dotted with famous cultural sites.
Greece is renowned for its fresh air and pleasant climate, making it a highly favored global tourist destination. In recent years, as the awareness of overseas investment among Chinese citizens has gradually increased, coupled with Greece's simple and fast investment immigration policy, more and more people are choosing to buy property in Greece and settle here.
The saying goes, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do." If you immigrate to Greece and live here, the following are some lifestyle details you need to know:
Dress Code
Greeks pay great attention to neat attire, especially older adults who emphasize dignified and elegant clothing. In formal social occasions, men typically wear dark suits, ties, or bow ties. Generally, Greek middle-aged and elderly individuals dress up whenever they go out, and older women particularly enjoy wearing brightly colored outfits.
Etiquette
Greeks have elegant manners and many customs. They do not use hand-waving gestures, as they consider this a form of disrespect; the closer the hand is to someone's face, the more insulting it is perceived. They also believe that staring at someone for a long time is a sign of ill intent.
Cuisine
Greeks primarily consume pasta, and sometimes rice. They enjoy eating beef and lamb, and commonly eat vegetables such as tomatoes and potatoes. Greek dinners start quite late, typically after 10 PM in Athens. They enjoy drinking coffee, with Greeks generally having two cups a day: one in the morning or before work, and another in the afternoon.
Greeting Etiquette
Generally, Greeks greet guests with a handshake in social situations, but in many cases, they also express friendliness through hugs and kisses. When encountering others on the street, even if they are strangers, Greeks will greet each other as a sign of friendliness. If the road is narrow, they always let the other person go first, especially if they are foreigners.
Understanding these lifestyle habits will help you integrate into local life more quickly and embark on a joyful new life as an immigrant.
Currently, purchasing property worth 250,000 euros or more in Greece grants permanent ownership, and a family of three generations can quickly obtain permanent residency. After meeting residency requirements, one can apply for Greek citizenship, receive a passport from an EU country, become a citizen of the European Union, and enjoy the same rights as EU citizens. Immigrate to Greece, establish your second home, and start your international life. For more immigration information, please call: 400-138-2929