Exploring Hydra by Foot (Walks and Hikes)
There are a number of hikes through along the coast or through the hills and mountains of Hydra, all of which provide stunningly beautiful scenery and views, as well as … Keep reading …
Exploring Hydra Island by Boat
By caïque or water taxi, a trip around the island will take you, from west to east, past Spilia and the cannons, then Kamini, Vlichos, and Palamida. Next you will … Keep reading …
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Convent of St. Evpraxia (at the Monestery of Profitas Ilias)
The Convent of St. Evpraxia is just 10 minutes’ walk from the Monastery of Profita Ilias. Facing the monastery’s entrance, walk to the right towards the threshing floor. As you … Keep reading …
Church of Saint Konstantinos of Hydra ◊ Kiaffa
The Cathedral of Saint Constantine the Hydriot is unmistakably modern, with an Italianate belltower. Constantine the Hydriot, Hydra’s patron saint, is a so-called neo-martyr from the period of the Turkish … Keep reading …
A Guide to Hiking on Hydra ◊ Focus on Hydra
This website provides itineraries for twelve hikes around the island, some longer and more arduous, others short and sweet. Originally intended to be a book, published with gorgeous images of … Keep reading …
Monastery of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity) ◊ Above Mandraki
Located in the hills above Mandraki, the Monastery of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity), an example of the simple and austere monastic style of architecture.
Agia Triada is thought to have … Keep reading …
Prophet Ilias Monastery (Μοναστήρι του Προφήτης Ηλίας)
Nestled at an altitude of 500 meters into a slope of Mount Eros, Hydra’s highest peak, and a good two hours’ hike above Hydra Town, depending on your pace, the Monastery of Prophet Elias provides spectacular views of the island, sea, and Peloponnese. Keep reading …