The greater Athens metropolitan area had an estimated population of about 3.2 million in 2003, nearly one-third of the total population of Greece.
Athens expanded rapidly during the 20th century and today covers nearly the entire Attic Plain.
In addition to ethnic Greeks, the Athens region is home to many thousands of immigrants. The city's high population density has contributed to urban problems such as traffic congestion, air pollution, and overcrowding.
( Orthodox Church )
Religious affiliation in Athens is overwhelmingly Greek Orthodox Christian (see Orthodox Church). There are also small numbers of Roman Catholics, Protestants, and Jews.
About 100,000 Muslims live in the Athens area, mostly immigrants from Albania and the Balkan Peninsula, with others from countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
The main language spoken in Athens is Greek. English is commonly used as a second language.
Athens expanded rapidly during the 20th century and today covers nearly the entire Attic Plain.
In addition to ethnic Greeks, the Athens region is home to many thousands of immigrants. The city's high population density has contributed to urban problems such as traffic congestion, air pollution, and overcrowding.
( Orthodox Church )Religious affiliation in Athens is overwhelmingly Greek Orthodox Christian (see Orthodox Church). There are also small numbers of Roman Catholics, Protestants, and Jews.
About 100,000 Muslims live in the Athens area, mostly immigrants from Albania and the Balkan Peninsula, with others from countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
The main language spoken in Athens is Greek. English is commonly used as a second language.
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