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The numerous Greek Islands (some 6,000 islands and islets, of which only 227 are inhabited) are among the most popular tourist destinations in the world. The islands highlighted within this guide are the best of the seven island groups – the Ionian, Argo-Saronic, Cyclades, Dodecanese, Sporades and Evvia, Northeast Aegean, and Crete.
For ancient monuments and ruins, beautiful scenery, and lively Mediterranean beach resorts.