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Can you turn right on red in Greece?

Right turns of red traffic lights: unlike what is allowed in some countries, in Greece you are not allowed to make a right turn on a red traffic light, unless there is a distinct, separate, traffic light placed showing a green or pulsing orange right turn signal .



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Driving in the Greek islands and rural areas of Greece can be fun or scary depending on how you approach it. In the islands, roads are very narrow and often with lots of turns. Some mountain roads may have some sort of blind spot. Be prepared if you're driving along steep cliffs, steep hills, and steep twists.

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In short, flashing amber means: yes, you can go, but you don`t have priority or right of way. Although friendly and welcoming, Greeks are generally a volatile and excitable race.

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Fines for driving offences Speeding fines: €40 for exceeding up to 20km/h over the posted speed limit, €100 for up to 20km/h over the limit, €350 and driving ban for 2 months when speed is more than 30km/h above the limit.

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  1. Do accept a greeting with two kisses on the cheek. ...
  2. Do accept an invitation for a lunch or dinner at their home. ...
  3. Don't thrust the palm of your hand in front of someone's face, it is considered a very rude gesture, so don't attempt to do this even jokingly!


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11 things I wish I knew before visiting Greece
  1. Don't just make the Acropolis in Athens your priority. ...
  2. Don't just feast on gyro. ...
  3. Find your nearest laiki. ...
  4. Greece isn't just for the summer months. ...
  5. Don't take a three-island day cruise. ...
  6. Greek islands aren't just for hitting the beach. ...
  7. Skipping Santorini is not a sin.


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Language. The signs in Greece are in two languages: Greek (Greek Alphabet) and English (Latin Alphabet). Previously, the signs were in Katharevousa and used the Polytonic system, until 1976 and 1981, which were replaced by the Demotic and Monotonic systems respectively.

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Enjoying some moderate public drinking is more common in relaxed settings like the park or the beach. What's the drinking culture like? You'll be expected to hold your liquor. Generally speaking, Greeks do not drink to get drunk, and drinking to excess is frowned upon.

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