Viva Corsica !

The gulf of Sagone

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:28:08 GMT

Situé sur le promontoire qui ferme le golfe de Sagone, Cargèse le "village grec", a accueilli en 1676, une colonie grecque réfugiée en Corse.

The Casinca

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 12:23:54 GMT

To the South of Bastia, there’s a tiny secret and tormented region with perched villages called... Casinca !

Diving in Corsica

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 14:58:35 GMT

With almost 1000 Km de littoral, la Corse sous-marine étale des atouts sérieux qui n'appartiennent qu'à elle et en font une destination très appréciée des plongeurs...

Fairs and festivals

Mon, 30 Jul 2007 09:56:39 GMT

If you're looking for some busy holidays, in Corsica fairs and festivals are organized all around the year...

Modern Corsica

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 10:20:36 GMT

After the second World War millions of Corsican emigrated on the continent like Marseille.

Corsica in the Second World War

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 10:18:39 GMT

In 1940, more than 90 000 soldiers from the Mussolini troops have occupied Corsica.

From Napoleon to the 2nd World War

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 10:17:20 GMT

In 1830 local divisions called Vendetta and crime appeared.

Napoleon

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 10:15:08 GMT

Born in Ajaccio in 1769 this child of the nation took over Corsican affairs after the Revolution.

The Anglo-Saxon Kingdom and the French return

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 10:12:44 GMT

Once more, Corsica saw the arrival of the French military governor : the count Marbeuf.

Pasquale Paoli

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 10:05:26 GMT

Independence actualized with Pasquale Paoli "the General of the Corsican nation"

The Independence War

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 10:03:36 GMT

This revolution is complicated on one hand turned towards the Renaissance of the past structures and by new ideas which enlighten the century.

Sampieru Corsu and the French

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 09:59:35 GMT

In 1552, Henry the 2nd, King of France launches an attack on the Italian peninsula and because of its geographical position, Corsica find itself involved in the torment.

From the Roman peace to the Pisan occupation

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 09:50:42 GMT

In 1077, Pope Gregory the 7th gave the administration of Corsica to Landolphe, Bishop of Pisa (following the faithful request).

The Middle Age

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 09:29:32 GMT

As soon as the Romans began to overturn, starting the 4th century of our era. Corsica once again begin to stake for other partners who fight for the control of the island.

Greeks and Romans

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 09:26:55 GMT

In 565 B.C the Phocaeans settled on the last coast and created Aleria.

Prehistory

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 09:19:02 GMT

The oldest trace of human presence in Corsica dates back to about 6570 B.C.

The climate

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 14:12:51 GMT

Due to Its geographical situation, right in the heart of the Mediterranean, as well as its mountainous landscape Corsica has a pleasant climate all the year round : mild in winter, hot in summer.

Winter time in Corsica

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:56:04 GMT

Would you enjoy coming to Corsica in winter ?
You’ll benefit from a mild climate along the coast allowing you to discover the ‘real’ Corsica.

Autumn time in Corsica

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:54:24 GMT

Why not discover Corsica in Autumn ?
At this time of the year, Corsica adorns its finest assets, its most beautiful colours, with a mixture of greens, various shades of brown, oranges and yellows.

Summer time in Corsica

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:51:14 GMT

You've chosen to come to Corsica during the summer ?
Our island will captivate you.