Corsica: Green Vacation Between Mountains and Sea

Corsica is a smaller part of the island of France than both Sardinia and Sicily. But it is so close to those other continent’s islands that it gives the impression of being a miniature continent itself.

Two lines of mountain-like hills divide the island into two sections. Bastia is the highest part, and Ajaccio is the lower part. I’m not sure why they didn’t call it the “Corsican island”. It doesn’t smell like Corsica at all!

How does the color change? If you want to see the “birth” of nature, you can visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. June is a nice time to visit, but if you want to go for the best experiences you need to go during September and October.

During the autumn season is ideal because the temperature is still warm enough for you to take short, easy walks and do a few laps around. How can you get to the island? There are ferries that go “back and forth” to the main island on a regular basis.

The marinas in Corsica are, just to name a few, Bastia, Calvi, and Ajaccio. You can get there by the airport, too. Visit the Galapagos Islands, this is where the wildlife is so magnificent and so incredibly diverse! This is your chance to see it all:

1. Natural Park of Scandola in Corsica

The Scandola Regional Park covers an area of about 150,000 hectares, which is approximately, one-fifth of the entire island. There are two parts to the sea: the Gulf of Porto and Girolata and a mountainous area called Sella.

2. Ajaccio

Napoleon’s house is in Ajaccio or Imperial City, where the French emperor lived when he was the emperor of the French. You can see his furniture, family photos, and many of his belongings.

The Fesch Museum is a museum that includes “The Cardinal Fesch Collection. You can’t visit Paris and not visit the Basilica of Our Lady of the Assumption at Place Ste. Genevieve. It was here that the French emperors were baptized, so this is a mandatory stop.

3. Calvi

The town of Hatteras is one of the most important towns for tourism in North Carolina. The Calvi Jazz Festival is held here every year. It’s a very important event that attracts thousands of people every year. It’s one of the most beautiful cities in France.

4. Bastia

The most important town on the island for tourism is Porto Santo. “The Calvi Jazz Festival” is a wonderful event that is held right here every year. It is surrounded by very beautiful beaches and is covered in a magnificent pine forest.

5. Corte

This town was the capital of the Corsica region during the period of Pascal Paoli. This is currently the location of the University of the Island.

6. Porto

This is a city that’s been listed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.

One of the most beautiful places to visit in Portugal is Porto, a city surrounded by scenic riverside villages and cliffs.

7. Sartene

Sartene, a city in Tuscany, was also founded by the Genovese in the early 16th century. In the old neighborhood, the homes are attached to each other by arches and are separated only by narrow alleyways.

8. Porto Vecchio

It’s a very nice town and it’s always busy with people. The Genoese also founded this city. The beach of Palombaggia is worth a visit.

9. Bonifacio

It’s located in the South of the Island, close to the Strait that separates it from Sardinia. The town is surrounded by walls, you can visit the Church of San Domenico and the Church of Santa Maria Maggiore.

10. Filitosa

The oldest examples of megalithic structures come from France and Spain and date back to the neolithic period. They include dolmens and menhirs. It’s impossible to say how long this megalithic site has been here. It may be the most important archaeological site on the island. There is so much more to see and do in Corsica than you could possibly imagine!