Among the superb mansions one can find some lovely cottages, built close one to another, separated by stone paved narrow streets and disposed amphitheatrically on the mountain slope.
The characteristics of the traditional and unique architecture of Hydra come from the mixture of design and necessity; heavily influenced by the Italian palaces and loggias that the sailors saw during their numerous trips abroad. |
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inclination of the terrain on which the town is built.
Another characteristic of Hydra’s architecture is the bright colours on
the shutters, doorways, windows, balustrades and loggia walls of the houses.
Another charming characteristic of Hydra’s architecture is the bright colours on the shutters, doorways, windows, balustrades and loggia walls of the houses: because of the lack of water, the houses do not have gardens or a lot of plants, so the inhabitants add a touch of bright colour in order to break the monotony of the grey and ochre of the stone walls.
The severe facades of the buildings contrast with the rich and elaborated interior decoration, composed of fine hand-painted ceiling borders, gilt mouldings and wood inlaid shelves. |
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can spoil the natural environment and the traditional architecture.
The best examples of Hydra’s architecture are the Koundouriotis mansion, the Voulgaris and the Tombazis mansions which are located on the western waterfront. |
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