Despite the fact that Hydra was inhabited before our era, there are no ancient monuments on the island. The reason is that not a lot of people lived on Hydra during the heyday of Hellas and all the traces of their existence disappeared over time. But you can visit Hydra and admire houses and monasteries built in the 17th century. The buildings almost haven't changed.
Hydra is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece famous for its incomparable architecture and indescribable nature. Vehicular traffic is completely absent on this wonderful island, so … Open
Hydra is one of the Saronic Islands of Greece. It is a perfect place for active and curious children. The island is small, its area is only 55 square kilometres, but it is perfect for … Open
Be sure to visit Panagia Zourva Monastery. It is a complex of buildings with the main church in the centre. A clock tower built in the 18th century makes this place a historical attraction. The 8th of September is the celebration of the Name Day of Panagia Zourva. You should also visit the Monastery of Prophet Elias. It is located 500 meters above the sea and you can admire picturesque views from here. This is the only male monastery on the island. There is a rich library with manuscripts in the monastery. The Church of Agios Konstantinos is located not far from the centre of Hydra. It is one of the latest cult buildings on the island.
You can hardly immerse yourself in the culture of a country without trying its national cuisine. So, if you want to get the most of your holidays on Hydra, you should miss a couple of meals … Open