4Hydra: A Canvas of Stone and Brightly Painted Boats

Located in the Saronic Gulf, Hydra is unique among Greek islands for its stone-built mansions, originally constructed by wealthy shipowners.

While the architecture leans towards earthy tones, the island bursts with color in other ways—its harbor is filled with traditional fishing boats painted in bold reds, blues, and yellows. Flowers spill over terraces, adding dashes of purple and fuchsia to Hydra’s sophisticated palette.

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