Heading onwards through the winding mountain roads of Corsica we’re heading for the heart of this enchanting island. Our destination is the curious town of Corte. Once the capital of Corsica during the reign of Pasquale Paoli. Corte is set in geographical centre of the island and was but governed by Pascal Paoli, the fatherContinue reading “Corte”
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Calvi citadel
Perched atop a rocky headland, Calvi’s imposing Citadel oversees the bustling little town. The massive citadel was fortified by Corsica’s Genoese rulers from the 12th century onwards. While there is little in the way of businesses within it’s walls, it is still worth while exploring the alleyways and nooks and crannies. Especially as there’s someContinue reading “Calvi citadel”
Colourful Calvi
Calvi is an attractive tourist town that is worth basing yourself in for its proximity to many pretty beaches. A medieval citadel overlooks the marina from the bay’s western end, and is home to the Baroque St-Jean-Baptiste Cathedral and cobbled streets. We’ll be exploring the meandering streets of the citadel later on.