Introduction to Hydra Island: Hydra Island (HYDRA) Hydra Island is an island in the Saronic Islands in the Aegean Sea. The island is long and narrow in shape, 21 kilometers long from northeast to southwest, and covers an area of 49.6 square kilometers.
Most of the residents on the island have white walls, blue windows, and red roofs. All cars and motorcycles are prohibited from entering the island, and all transportation is carried by donkey trailers. The water in the nearby sea is clear, and the many estuaries and bays along the coast that penetrate into the island are beautiful. It is secluded and becomes a good place for swimming for tourists who like to be alone.
From the 18th to the 19th century, Hydra's maritime trade was very developed, creating many wealthy merchants. They armed fleets and actively participated in the war of independence that began in 1821, making great contributions to the independence of Greece. The island is also a heroic island in the eyes of the Greeks. Many of the mansions and compounds on the island are the properties of these wealthy businessmen, and they are also one of the island's scenery.
Because the island is quiet and beautiful, it attracts young artists from all over the world to come here to engage in artistic creation, so it is known as the "Island of Artists". The gold and silver jewelry, glass porcelain, and decorations they make are all on display for purchase. You can often see some unique handicrafts at reasonable prices. You can buy a very unique hand-painted glass bottle for 10 euros.