Churches in Hydra

The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin is located in the port of Hydra Town. Its main characteristic is the tall bell tower made of pure marble from Tinos. The church was established in 1643 and hosts a small ecclesiastical museum.

The Church of Agios Konstantinos in Hydra Town features beautiful interiors, a large bell tower, and fantastic town and port views. An annual celebration commemorating the island’s patron saint takes place there.

The Monastery of Agia Matrona is located above the bay of Mandraki and can be reached in an hour on foot from Hydra Town. It is located close to the Monastery of Agia Triada.

Constructed during the early 19th century, the male-only Monastery of Prophet Elias is away from the center of Hydra. Offering a magnificent view of the town and the sea, the monastery has a rich historical background.

Spotted above Mandraki, the Monastery of Agia Triada (Holy Trinity) was constructed during the early 18th century, boasting all characteristics from that era's Orthodox buildings, while being a massive help and shelter during the War of Independence.

The Monastery of Agios Nikolaos is located above the bay of Mandraki and can be reached in an hour on foot from Mandraki. The church has beautiful interiors, lots of relics, and fantastic surrounding views.

The Monastery of Panagia Zourva is a remote monastery on the mountains of east Hydra, housing a gorgeous icon and an array of guestrooms. An annual celebration is held there every September.

Close to the Monastery of Prophet Elias, at about 500 meters above sea level, stands the Convent of Agia Efpraxia. It was built in 1865 and the main church is a small building with spare and simple lines. Some nuns live inside and run a small embroidery workshop.

Agia Fotini is a quiet monastery near the namesake cemetery over Hydra Town, which is operated by two nuns and hosts two temples and simple designs.