The Greek sign that traveled around the world - What it says and why it went viral

Summer has arrived and although the weather has not yet allowed for a mass "escape" of Greeks to the beaches, this is expected to happen soon. Soon, the beaches located near urban centers will be inundated by bathers, while in the absence of organized parking spaces on most coasts, many visitors leave their vehicles wherever they please.

A simple, handmade sign near an idyllic Greek beach has been "climbed" up a tree trunk to discourage this very habit, urging drivers to park in an organized manner.

However, it has gone viral on social media for different reasons, provoking laughter and admiration for its ingenuity.

This sign, which even has a diagram and is written in Greek and English, appeals to drivers to park correctly, that is, near the edge of the road, saying characteristically "Please park correctly end to end".

However, what is interesting is the rendering of the English words that have been translated almost literally from the Greek, as a result of which the phrase "please park properly edge-edge" acquires a special character, adding a dose of authenticity to the message.

Beyond the comic nature of the case, the need for such signs highlights an important issue: the problem of illegal and unregulated parking on beaches and nearby areas during the summer months.

When visitors do not follow parking instructions, they can cause traffic congestion and difficulties for other vehicles, which can be particularly critical in emergency situations. In addition, parking in inappropriate places can cause damage to the natural landscape, destroying the vegetation of the area.

This particular sign, with its immediacy and humorous approach, manages to catch the attention of drivers and remind them to be more careful.