Hydra - Surroundings

West of Hydra, at the fishing village of Vlykhós, are the remains of ancient Chorisa.

1.5km/1mi south is Kaló Pigádi (view), with 18th century country houses in the surrounding area.

To the south, in a beautiful hill setting, stands the 15th century monastery of Profítis Ilías (three-hour walk; or by mule).

At the eastern tip of the island is the 16th century Zoúrvas monastery (three- hour walk; or by mule).

There are a number of other monasteries, mostly abandoned.