Hydra gulf sailing vacations
The Hydra gulf lies between the saronic gulf and the argolic gulf and is a one of the most popular yacht charter areas in Greece.
Hydra island is picturesque because there are no cars and motorcycles around.
While other greek islands are full of bikers here you see only the lazy donkeys.
Hydra is one of the most impressive Saronic Islands of Greece.
It is separated from the Peloponnese by the narrow Hydra Gulf.
Hydra Island is one of the most unspoiled and interesting of the Greek islands.
Nowadays it is very cosmopolitan, safe and one of the easiest of the Greek islands to get to.
Best of all, the entire island is a preserved national monument and has retained all its 17th and 18th century charm and quaintness.
The architecture of Hydra is really unique and exceptional; it is the only place in Greece with so many beautiful 18 th century and 19 th century buildings.
The characteristics of the traditional and unique architecture of Hydra come from the mixture of design and necessity.
It is heavily influenced by the Italian palaces and loggias that the sailors saw during their numerous trips abroad.
A stroll through the town picturesque cobble stone streets will convince you of its uniqueness.
The unique and beautiful architecture of Hydra is protected by a law from the national preservation order,
which states that any new building must be made according to the traditional architecture of the 18th and 19th century,
according to the traditional and authentic colour and character, therefore no modern development,
high rise apartment buildings or large hotel complex can spoil the natural environment and the traditional architecture.
In ancient times, the island was known as Hydrea, which was a reference to the springs on the island.
In the interior of the Island have been found traces of ancient living quarters, according to archaeological excavations that took place in the location of Episkopi.
Hydra was used as a service station for the Greek navy and as a result, it starred in the sea commerce with neighboring countries and in communications.
Towards the end of the 17th century, Hydra was blooming in export trade and commerce.
It was that time which people of Hydra took advantage of the English-French war and earned for themselves great profits,
by controlling the sea commerce Hydra has got a lot of beaches with rocks or sand and pebbles.
You have got access to them on foot, with donkeys or sea transportation means.
Common characteristic of these beaches are the crystal clear blue waters.
Close to the harbour is a beautiful rocky area with deep blue water, called Spilia.
Find out more about this Greek sailing vacation here: www.hydra.com.gr