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HYDRA ISLAND - SARONIC GULF ISLANDS
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Hydra, a barren, rocky island, has become a cosmopolitan artists' centre in recent years.

Its modern history dates from the 15th century but it rose to prominence as a shipping power in the 18th century, winning the appellation "Liltle England", as a result.

This maritime tradition has continued into our own time In the island's Merchant Navy Training School. And the 18th and 19th century mansions surrounding the port still testify to its earliest wealth and grandeur.

Among the most impressive of these are the Voulgaris, Koundounotis and Tombazis houses, the latter is now a hostel for students from the Athens School of Fine Arts. The Koundouriotis mansion, on the other hand, has been converted to a museum containing memorabilia from the War of Independence, in which Hydra played such an active role.

For artists and art lovers generally, Hydra is both meeting place and showplace.

The galleries scattered throughout the port offer something more than carefree relaxation by the sea.

Besides, being so rocky. Hydra is not renowned for its beaches; rather, its monasteries and churches dotting its rugged slopes attract more attention.

The most important of these are the monasteries of Profitis llias, Agia Matrona and Agia Triada.

Swimming is nevertheless possible from Hydra's rocks, especially at Kaminia, Molos and Vlichos south of the port and at Mandraki, formerly a wartime harbour, north of it.

For visitors with a boat, a trip round the island with stops in the stunning coves on the east coast is well worthwhile.

Hydra is also blessed by the absence of motorcars. To walk through its narrow, arched back streets, so steep steps are a common feature, is to leave the modern world behind.
USEFUL INFORMATION
HOW TO GET TO THE SARONIC GULF ISLANDS

From Piraeus there are daily ferries to Aegina, Hydra, Poros and Spetses. For information call 210/4511311- 4226000
For Salamina, the ferry leaves from Perama. For information call 210 4413178.
Smaller boats also link the Peloponnese at Galatas, Ermioni and Kosta with Poros, Hydra and Spetses respectively.

HOW TO GET TO SARONIC GULF ISLANDS  
HOW TO GET TO SARONIC GULF ISLANDS
BY FERRY OR HYDROFOIL
BY SAILING BOAT

All the islands except for Salamina are also served by hydrofoils, the Flying Dolphins.
Those for Aegina leave from Piraeus (210 4591423), while those for Poros, Hydra and Spetses leave from Zea Marina 210/4280001
There are yacht refueling stations at Aegina, Poros, Hydra and Spetses For information call. 210 4182236, 210 4181640.

Please check timetables and ticket availability through our on line ferry ticket reservation system.

Sailing Trips of one or more weeks can be arranged on previous (early) notice. A tour of all the Saronic Gulf islands including the surrounding areas can take place from as early as March till late November. Please click HERE to get more information on availability and rates. Pick up place can be either Pireas port or any other port of Greece (e.g. in Cyclades or the Peloponnese).

Museums and Archaeological Sites
Archaeological Museum of Aegina (22970) 22248
Temple of Aphaia, Aegina (22970) 32398 Spetses Museum: (22980) 72994 Archaeological Museum of Poros (22980) 23276
Useful Telephone Numbers
Aegina Tourist Police: (22970) 23243, 22260
Harbour master: (22970) 22328
Poros Tourist Police. (22980) 22462 Harbour master (22980) 22274
Hydra Tourist Police: (22980) 52205 Harbour master: (22980) 52279
Spetses Tourist Police: (22980) 73744 Harbour master: (22980) 72245

 

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