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About Hydra Island Greece

Where to stay, what to do and where to go on Hydra Island will depend entirely on the type of holiday you prefer. Hydra is one of the best Greek Islands when it comes to appeal across all age groups.

Map showing Hydra Island in relation to the Peloponnese mainland with location Dokos, Ermioni and Metochi.
Towns and villages of Hydra Island Greece

Towns & Villages

Depending on what you want from your stay on Hydra Island, this section will help you decide where to base yourself and what to expect.

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Mules, donkeys and horses on Hydra Island Greece, how to get to the island and transport options once you are on Hydra.

Mules, Donkeys & Horses

Hydra has the largest herd of working equines in the world. They're essential for every aspect of life on Hydra But it's  no Disneyland attraction.

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The preservation order on Hydra Island Greece

Preservation Order

Every building is a monument to the 1800's. Even new building has to conform. No one, regardless of 'their walk in life' can avoid it!

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Religion & Churches of Hydra Island Greece

Religion & Churches

Hydra is deeply Greek Orthodox. Monasteries, churches and chapels are everywhere even in the remotest areas Religion is the heartbeat of the island.

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Municipality on Hydra Island Greece, how to get to the island and transport options once you are on Hydra.

Municipality

Hydra has an elected Mayor and councillors. There is a town hall and one Greek Government appointed civil servant.

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The fishing and farming industry on Hydra Island Greece

Fishing &  Farming

Small scale sea fishing, olive harvesting & beekeeping are vital to Hydra's community.

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Towns and villages of Hydra Island Greece

Emergency Services

It may feel as though you've stepped back in time when you arrive on Hydra, but modern-day help is at hand in an emergency.

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utilities, IT and Comms on Hydra Island Greece, how to get to the island and transport options once you are on Hydra.

Utilities, IT & Comms

Hydra has no gas supply on the island. Everything depends upon electricity. Water is via our desalination plant. And we have one of the best phone and internet systems of any of the Greek Islands.

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Education on Hydra Island Greece

Education

As there are so many children, the island has state and private schools from nursery to high-school. 

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Community clubs on Hydra Island Greece

Community Clubs

Behind the scenes, Hydriots occupy themselves with a surprising range of hobbies when they aren't working.

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Animal welfare on Hydra Island Greece.

Animal Welfare

Animal welfare is looked after by a number of charities. HydraArk is the driving force coordinating TNR sessions and Equine dentistry and blacksmithing.

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Climate on Hydra Island Greece

Climate

Hydra weather; from a dry 44 degrees to a damp 4 degrees. Brilliant sunshine from April to October  guaranteed (almost).

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A brief history of Hydra Island Greece

History

Welcome to the island that has produced great sea admirals and given Greece no less than five Prime Ministers.

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Geography and  terrain of Hydra Island Greece.

Geography &  Terrain

Rocky, dry, steep gullies with some pine trees. Sloping to the sea on the north coast but dramatic cliffs on the south side.

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Arts &  Culture on Hydra Island Greece

Arts & Culture

Since the 1930s, Hydra has attracted people who have been creatively inspired and their legacy to Hydra is its thriving cultural scene today.

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Annual events and festivals on Hydra Island Greece

Annual Events

Hydra has at least one annual event every month of the year. There's always something happening.

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Landmarks of Hydra Island Greece.

Landmarks

Get to know the  landmarks of Hydra so you at least understand directions!

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Wildlife on Hydra Island Greece

Flora & Fauna

You'll have to look hard but Hydra does have, pretty butterflies, praying mantis that look like they have come from space, cute geckos that wag their tails like puppies, yapping tortoises, zithering cicadas and loggerhead turtles. To name but a few.

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