The natural and archaeological beauties of Greece abound. Whether it be whitewashed beaches or those classical ancient monuments, there are always good reasons to visit the crucible of western civilisation. Here is a simple reminder of what you are missing when you are not in Greece. Spring is already here, which means Summer is just around the corner. So start planning to enjoy these beautiful sites.

Bales of hay

Brettos bar in Athens

Bulk beans at a market in Athens

Cat statues on the Acropolis

Church sunset

Dungeon in Crete

Holy Monastery of Rousanou in Kalambaka

House on Mykonos

Kadi Lake in Polylimnio

Kalamas river at Theogefiro

Kitty in Mykonos

Lighthouse on Mykonos

Morning coffee

National observatory of Athens

Navarino Hotel in Pylos

Old tree by the sea

Pirate ship on Crete

Restaurant Marmita in Santorini

Snow on the Acropolis

Sunset in Oia, Santorini

The Skala Potamia village on the island of Thassos

Village in Paros