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Corsica
Flawless beaches perfectly complement the countryside of this island jewel.. Its easy to see why the ancient Greeks called Corsica kalliste, the most beautiful.
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The sweet smell of myrtle, lavender and honeysuckle greets you as you arrive on this balmy isle. One of the last truly unspoiled corners of the Mediterranean, the French island of Corsica is renowned for its scenery and spectacular beaches. Immense sandstone cliffs, crowned by medieval citadels, rise up from the sparkling waters of the sea and give way to a hinterland cloaked in scented pines, gnarled olive trees and dense forests. Take a walk along any street in Corsica and nestled among the French cafés and boulangeries youll find an intriguing assortment of Italianate buildings. For centuries, the island belonged to the Italian city-states of Pisa and Genoa, and when Genoa fell into decline in the 1700s Corsica
was ceded to France. For a brief spell the British occupied the island but a young Corsican-born French officer - a certain Napoleon Bonaparte ousted them, and re-instated French rule.This historical melange has undoubtedly shaped Corsicas cultural identity. On road signs, place names appear in both French and the local Corsican tongue, which bears more similarity to Medieval Italian than French. Incorporating the best of both worlds, Corsica is a vibrant collage of French and Italian influences and, as such, has a unique character all of its own that simply demands investigation. Please note: due to early flight times, apartments, villas and hotel rooms will normally be ready for check-in from 4pm on arrival day.
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At a glance
Visit& Filitosa, a prehistoric megalithic site full of fascinating menhirs. Dont miss& Sartène, a picturesque, southern hilltop town that is traditionally Corsican. Sample& traditional and tasty Corsican cooking at one of the many little auberges in the villages of the Balagne. Hire& a boat in St Florent and potter out to spectacular Saleccia beach " windsurf boards or dinghies from one of the water sports centres around the Valinco Gulf and feel the seas salty spray on your face as you race across the water. Explore& the inland beauty of Corsica with its lush hillsides and trickling mountain streams. Festivals& Festa di Brocciu in Piana in May, a day dedicated to Corsicas favourite cheese, Brocciu " Calvi Jazz Festival in June, with performances in and around the towns ancient citadel " Porto Latino in Saint Florent in August, a vibrant Latin American music festival " Fêtes Napoléoniennes in Ajaccio in August, a street parade marking the birth of Napoleon " U Settembrinu di Tavagna in Castagniccia in September, an international music festival featuring everything from Cuban and Corsican to African and Romany " August 15th is Assumption Day, celebrating the Virgin Marys assumption into heaven with street parties and trips into the countryside " The 14th July is Bastille Day, marking the end of the Monarchy and the beginning of the First Republic. Parties are held all over Corsica, usually ending with a firework display.
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2622 Mt Rotondo
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2352 Mt Renoso 2134 Mt Incudine
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Olmeto Campo Moro
Corsica
Porto Vecchio
Santa Giulia
CORSICA
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Bonifacio
Strait of B onifacio
Climate
Corsica Apr 18
Average daily maximum temperature (ºC) May 21 Jun 25 Jul 27 Aug 28 Sept 26 Oct 22
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