Dried Figs
Region
Greece was the first area in Europe where advanced early civilizations emerged. Eighty percent of the country is mountains or hills, making the country one of the most mountainous in Europe.
Greece is the second biggest producer of figs in the world and it is believed responsible for the introduction of figs to western culture from the Middle East.
Figs are part a big part of Greek cuisine, which is often cited as an example of the healthy Mediterranean diet.
