Hydra

The cosmopolitan of Argosaronic

• Archaeological Sites

  Archaeological sites, classical antiquity, roman history, byzantine history, medieval history, venetian, etc.

• Monasteries

  Monasteries, nunneries, places of worship, etc.

• History

  According to the prevailing etymology, the name of Hydra is due to its water wealth in the distant past. Although the island had already been inhabited since prehistoric times, later, it remained a rough and almost deserted place, cut off from historical and cultural development. The first reference to the island - with the name Hydrea - is found in …

• Culture

  At the end of June, the "Miaoulia", three-day events dedicated to Admiral Miaoulis, are held, which are part of the celebration of the Naval Week. The events include boat races, swimming races, road races, traditional dances, etc. and conclude with the reenactment of the burning of the Turkish flagship and fireworks. In July, the "International Puppet Festival" is organized. Painting …

• Sea & Mountain

  Mountain and sea, beaches, picturesque beaches, lakes, rivers, waterfalls, canyons, mountain shelters, etc.

• Information

  Travel information, weather forecast, ship schedules, bus schedules, airplane schedules, useful phone numbers, coastguard, police station, town hall, etc.