Corsica is the third largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, located west of Italy, southeast of France and north of the island of Sardinia. It is famed as the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. His ancestral home, Casa Bonaparte, is still located there.
The Mediterranean island of Corsica is divided into 2 departments, the Haute-Corse and Corse du Sud. These 2 are further divided into other subcategories which make the infrastructure of Corsica look like a labyrinth.
Corsica has a lot to offer in the attractions department. The main attractions consist of historic sites, but you can also visit natural marvels and enjoy the scenery, as the region is well diverse when it comes to geographic layout.
Due to its major tourist significance, Corsica offers any traveler numerous means of travel both to and across the island. A quicker route by plane to one of the island’s 3 larger airports or a more relaxing trip by ferry – the decision is all up to you.
Due to its landscape, this small drop of land can satisfy any traveler’s needs for relaxation with either mountain-related activities or seaside sports. Leisure activities range from hiking and mountain climbing to diving, skiing and even golf.
One would be amazed by the dishes prepared on the island. From cured pork meat obtained from specially bred wild pigs to avariety of cheese produced according to a local recipe, all washed down by a fine Corsican whine; all these will make you return longing for more . . .
A strategic point between Europe and Africa, Corsica comes from a tormented past since ancient times, as numerous civilizations throughout history have tried to control it.
As the toughest long distance trail in Europe, the GR 20 hike spans about 200km from the north to the south of Corsica. Its variation in height and geographical terrain make the path very difficult but also very beautiful because of the change in scenery.
