In April, the Greek government introduced a residency by investment policy. Following its launch, investors from countries around the world have been eager to participate, investing in Greece. However, as a civilization with a long and storied history, Greece possesses unique understandings of many traditional customs. For new members joining the Greek family, there are certain details of daily life that must be understood. This is not only a sign of respect and courtesy toward local residents but also a necessity for quickly integrating into local life. Below, we provide a detailed guide.
1. Achilles once disguised himself as a woman to hide in the palace and avoid military service; Thales, to prove the utility of philosophy, once observed the stars at night to earn a fortune; Alexander the Great used a giant diving device to go underwater to harvest pearls. They share one common trait: they were all Greek.
2. Greeks are very simple and direct; their actions are guided by their hearts. This applies not only to ancient Greeks but also to modern Greeks, who are equally straightforward.
3. If you go to live in Greece, you may need to extend your "nightlife," because Greeks, who value freedom, share a common trait: they stay up late. Therefore, if you want to make friends with Greeks, you might occasionally need to join them in watching football all night. Of course, if you want to sleep, they will not force you.
4. When living in Greece, you must pay attention to dressing neatly, especially for middle-aged and elderly people, who should dress with dignity and elegance. If you are attending a formal social occasion, a simple shirt and jeans will not suffice; you will need to wear a dark suit, and a tie or bowtie is essential. If you think that elderly ladies should wear dark colors to look elegant, you are mistaken; Greek elderly ladies love to wear bright, vibrant clothing.
5. If a Greek friend invites you to their home as a guest, remember that the Chinese style of "excessive praise" is not advisable. Whether intentional or not, Greeks generally do not like to be overly praised.
6. Greeks are particularly wary of the number 13 and Fridays, as they consider these to be unlucky. Avoid showing excessive anticipation on a Friday.
Overall, Greeks are warm, friendly, and courteous, which is quite similar to the Chinese people, making it relatively easy for Chinese individuals to integrate into life in Greece. Living in Greece will give you a deeper understanding of "freedom" and a greater longing for it.