Patras Greece, attracting around 300,000 visitors per year, is home to many cultural events, carnivals, fairs, exhibitions and other presentations throughout the year. Patras, Greece, was recognized as the cultural capital of Europe in 2006 and is home to one of the largest carnivals of its kind, the Patras Carnival. Many locals speak at least some English, although the dominant language there is Greek. Investing in a language book would therefore not be a bad idea when traveling to a blacksmith country. Although, like any other tourist hotspot, Patras has many dangers that inexperienced travelers should watch out for, Europe is a surprisingly creative place when it comes to travel scams. Many of the most successful scams require a naive and trusting tourist, but that doesn't mean it won't happen to the most experienced travelers unless they know what to watch out for. Patras, the third largest city in Greece, is not only popular as a cultural center but also known for its rich history and traditions. There are many historical and modern sites that attract millions of tourists from all over the world. Perfect places for gypsies, thieves, pickpockets and other crooks looking for a tourist to prey on, but by taking regular security precautions it's easy to avoid getting into serious trouble. Situated on the northern coast of the Peloponnese peninsula in Patras Municipality, Patras is home to around 170,000 inhabitants welcoming around 300,000 tourists per year and, unsurprisingly, among these figures some are not as authentic as others. With scammers, thieves and scammers lurking among the group, those inexperienced tourists tend to fall for most easily. Although...... middle of paper...... take them without warning, refusing to let anyone into your room unless they are expected, or call the front desk and inquire you on the “inspectors” and above all never introduce yourself give him your wallet, question him or, better yet, just leave. This city of culture and life, welcoming around 300,000 tourists a year, is perfect for traveling and offers a world of opportunities for the young explorer, although it too contains a plethora of pitfalls for the inexperienced and ill-informed. Newspapers often talk about the misadventures of ignorant tourists. Relevant and useful information is essential when you travel to another country and experience a different culture. And in Patras, Greece, there are a few main things to watch out for, such as scams, pickpockets, and local dangers, but each can be avoided with simple precautions..