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Hydra has been populated since the beginning of time or at least for a bloody long time. It's biggest claims to fame are more recent however. It was a crucial port in the war of independence from the Ottoman Empire. The tiny little harbour protected a large wealthy fishing fleet and this fleet grew to be an important part of the Greek navy against the Turks. The tiny harbour was strongly fortified by cannons and this remained in Greek hands and kept Greek boats safe.

While the architecture, food and history of the islands are inspiring, the black sand and pebble beaches are not, and only seek to remind me that the best beaches of the world are in my own backyard.Read more