Kimisis Tis Theotokou Cathedral
Hydra Town
Within the peaceful monastery complex on the harbour, this lovely cathedral dates from the 17th century and has a Tinian-marble bell tower. Its…
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Hydra
Breathtaking Hydra is one of the only Greek islands that is free of wheeled vehicles. No cars. No scooters. Just tiny marble-cobbled lanes, donkeys, rocks and sea. Artists (Brice Marden, Nikos Chatzikyriakos-Ghikas, Panayiotis Tetsis), musicians (Leonard Cohen), actors and celebrities (Melina Mercouri, Sophia Loren) have all been drawn to Hydra over the years. In addition to the island’s exquisitely preserved stone architecture, divine rural paths and clear, deep waters, you can find a good cappuccino along the harbour, which is great for people-watching.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Lazaros Koundouriotis Historical Mansion
Hydra Town
Hydra’s star cultural attraction is this handsome ochre-coloured arhontiko (stone mansion) high above the harbour. It was the home of one of the major…
Hydra Town
Deste Foundation hosts an annual Hydra exhibit at the small former slaughterhouse on the sea.
Historical Archives Museum of Hydra
Hydra Town
This fine harbourfront museum houses an extensive collection of portraits and naval artefacts, with an emphasis on the island’s role in the War of…
Hydra Town
Housed in the peaceful monastery complex on the harbour, the Ecclesiastical Museum contains a collection of icons.
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