Hydra is a lovely island located within Greece's Saronic Islands, located within the Aegean Sea near the Argolic Gulf and the Myrtoan Sea. The island was named after the Greek word for "water," a reference to its ample natural springs. Visitors can explore the island's lovely town of Hydra port, which is home to a charming crescent-shaped harbor that is lined with delightful restaurants, markets, art galleries, and tourist shops. Steep stone streets lead to residential areas, which are home to a number of hostelries. Attractions include the historic Tsamadou and Tombazis mansions, which are used today as a maritime academy and school of fine arts. Six Orthodox monasteries operate on the island, including the 10th-century Profitis Ilias.

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