As a local, there are 8 things I wish tourists knew before visiting Greece

There are many incredible temples, islands, and ruins to see on a trip to Greece.

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Thanks to its ancient ruins, picturesque beaches, and incredible food, Greece is one of the top tourist destinations in the world.I was born in Athens and now split my year living between the US and Greece, so I've spent plenty of time in the beautiful European country.Here are a few things I think tourists should know before visiting.

There's so much more to see in Greece than the popular islands and attractions.

The Paxoi islands have some stunning views.