Corsica is nicknamed “the island of beauty.” You can bet there’s a good reason for that. In fact, Corsica offers so many dream sites that it has been given this name. To discover the true riches of this region, one must focus on the right tourist sites.
The beautiful Calanques of Piana
Visiting Corsica without seeing the Calanques of Piana is to miss the very wonder of this region. With its red-colored rocks, the Calanques of Piana attract a multitude of tourists each year. This heritage not only offers a magnificent view but also several recreational activities.
The most practiced activity is the boat trip on the Calanques of Piana. To best admire the beauty of this place, one must take a boat tour near the Calanques of Piana, observing them at sunset. It is at this moment that the color of the rocks is at its most splendid.
The city of Bastia
Bastia, the second largest city in Corsica, is a very attractive area. This is mainly explained by the multitude of its historical sites. While discovering the city of Bastia, one is unlikely to get bored. You can visit at least:
- The colorful facades ;
- The citadel ;
- The Old Port ;
- The Governor’s Palace, etc.
Besides these places to visit, there are also several tourist activities that are offered. The majority of these are related to the sea (scuba diving, sea kayaking, etc.). Indeed, Bastia is also a very well-known seaside resort, hence the activities that can be practiced there.
The municipality of Calvi
This public domain is a paradisiacal space to experience in Corsica. The municipality itself is built on a hill outcrop, which makes it so special. One can take beautiful walks through its cobblestone streets. It’s the kind of visit by foot or by bike that reveals the unique restaurants and shops of this city.
For water lovers, the port of Calvi hosts plenty of yachts to explore the beauty of the city from a boat. Here again, several nautical activities are available to entertain tourists as they should be. The beaches that Calvi offers are breathtaking, so authentic are they.
The seaside resort of Solenzara
This small resort has an exceptional geographical location. It is by the sea and coincides with the mouth of the namesake coastal river. The seaside resort of Solenzara presents a multitude of waterfalls worthy of being visited. For those who love swimming, Solenzara has several natural pools, just like we all dream of. The municipality of Solenzara in question is bounded by a good number of natural boundaries.
To make a proper visit, it is recommended to reserve a full day. For gourmet breaks, the port of Solenzara has restaurants, ice cream parlors, cafés, in short, everything to delight the taste buds.
In summary, one cannot go to Corsica without having visited these places. In your visit planning for the region, place these destinations at the top of your list and you will love your stay.
