The capital of Greece is Athens. Athens is one of the worlds oldest cities, with its recorded history spanning approximately 3,400 years. It is located inland near its port, Piraeus, on the Saronic Gulf in eastern Greece. Athens is recognized as a global city because of its geo-strategic location and its importance in finance, commerce, media, entertainment, arts, international trade, culture, education, and tourism. It is also the largest city in Greece, with a population of about two million people.