The number of visitors in Greek museums has increased 27.7% in June 2014, while revenues went up 30.1%. An increase of 20.2% was recorded in the number of visitors during the period from January to June and a 26.6% increase in revenue compared to the same period in 2013. According to the Hellenic Statistical Authority (ELSTAT), visitors to the country’s archaeological sites has increased by 21.3% in June while revenues went up 14.3%. In the first half of 2014, the number of visitors increased by 24% and revenues by 17.1%. The growth of tourism reached a record high this year, with almost 20 million tourists visiting Greece, mainly during the summer. It should be noted that the financial crisis, being an internal phenomenon, did have a slight effect on Greek tourism and foreign arrivals. But during the last years, Greece has restored its image in the international market, which has contributed to the country’s re-establishment as a top tourist destination.
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