1. IE Application
K. If all of the world´s cultural heritage (sports,
music, fashion, architecture, literature, painting,
etc..) was contained in a time capsule, what
would you include to demonstrate the legacy of
your country?

2. The secretes of Greece
My name is Danai Mila and I come from
Greece, a country with heritage that goes
back centuries.
I created the following pages to
demonstrate the legacy of my country.
This is a unique piece of evidence as it
represents the heritage of Greece through
my eyes.

3. The History : Civilization
The Greek civilization started in the
8th century BC. Ancient Greece was
the birthplace of Philosophy,
Democracy and the Arts. The urban
life of ancient Greeks was governed
by mythology, folklore and the
myths around heroes.
Philosophy involved debates around
reasoning and logic ,whereas
democracy depicted a society
where everyone has a saying. Art
aimed to capture the ideal, to create
beauty and harmony.
The enduring legacy of Greece can
be also seen in the world of
scientific exploration. Hippocrates
was the pioneer of medicine,
replacing supernatural rules of
treatment with observation-based
methodology.

4. The History : The Acropolis
The Parthenon which is situated on the Acropolis, is the
landmark of archaeological wealth of Greece which UNESCO
has defined as a symbol of World Heritage
The temple was a dedication to Athina the goddess of the
city and was built in the 5th century BC
The richness of Greece can be seen as a harmonic
coexistence of old and new architectural achievements.

5. One of the most important legacies of Greece is the Olympic
Games, in honour of the Gods.
The History:
Olympic Games
The spirit of Olympic Games has survived through time and values such as pride,
endurance and sportsmanship, which are still valued by athletes. In 2004, we saw the
Olympic Games returning to their birthplace. The opening ceremony encapsulated Greek
culture and tradition from ancient to modern times.

6. Modern History
The people of the country have suffered
numerous wars and hardships throughout
the years.
Although we are not in a war situation,
current national press pictures suggests
otherwise.
Due to the current austerity measures,
peacefully demonstrations have turned into
war like battlefields, tarnishing the image of
Greece in the rest of the world.

7. Tradition
History is inextricably linked to tradition.
Tradition and customs most of the time have
religious character with reference to family, food
and entertainment.
For instance, Greek names usually come from
religious figures and are celebrated on calendar
‘’Name Days’’. On the day of celebration the
whole family gathers for treats and
entertainment. Even for people that do not
practice religion, these celebrations are part of
their culture.

8. Natural Environment
The country has a rich and diverse landscape with distinct sharp
mountains, azure blue seas as well as a complex of picturesque islands.
The natural recourses offer inhabitants a plethora of fresh healthy and
traditional products. The base of Mediterranean diet lays on traditional
Greek cuisine encompassing the following food groups: vegetables,
fruits, meat, seafood, oil, and wine. Greece has a mild Mediterranean
climate and sunny days most of the year.
Due to our life style and social cohesive society, Greeks are considered
to have one of the highest life expectancies.

9. About 2500 years ago, Greeks created a way of life that is considered the fundamental of
contemporary development, setting enduring standards for many nations to follow.
Being Greek involves expressing your culture and acknowledging a legacy that lays back
centuries.
I hope the legacy of Greece will continue to inspire and stimulate future generations
Greeks