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Calvi, place of birth of Christopher Columbus and main entrance to the Balagne, which is one of the most beautiful regions in Corsica, is easily and swiftly reachable from the four corners of France.

The purity of the water and richness of its architectural heritage make Calvi a “ seed of beauty in the Beautiful Island ” with a wide range of outdoor activities  : walking along the marina, visiting the citadel, a sea trip to the Île de la Revellata or hiking to the sanctuary of Notre Dame de la Serra. There are just so many opportunities to explore the exceptional panorama of one of the most beautiful gulfs in Corsica !

To be visited not far from there : the small town of Ile-Rousse and surrounding villages (Lumio, Monticello, Santa Reparata, etc.) as well as the famous “ Agriates desert ”, the only European desert of our time.

Take off to explore the imperial city with Air Corsica from most French regions as well as Belgium.

The city of birth of Emperor Napoleon the First has a number of tourist attractions. The city centre, located less than 10 km from the airport, is overflowing with boutiques, bars and restaurants with sun-drenched patios. You can explore the mythical Îles Sanguinaires in a small train or double-decker bus. As regards historical heritage, don’t miss the “ Maison Bonaparte ”, the Musée Fesch, the Cathedral or citadel etc.

The old city with coloured houses has a very pretty market devoted to local specialities and Ajaccio benefits from natural surroundings conducive to all types of excursions. But above all, Ajaccio has a large number of fine, sandy beaches with crystalline water which are the ideal playground for all possible and imaginable nautical activities.

All year round or only in summer depending on the routes concerned, Bastia, the main city in Upper Corsica, is particularly well serviced by Air Corsica with several direct flights.

The City of Art and History, Bastia also a coastal resort highly appreciated for its favoured environment.

Absolute must-sees in the city and its surroundings: the old port of Terra Vecchia for its authenticity, its unique charm and ease of living, the Genoese Palais des Gouverneurs (former Genoese citadel turned local history Museum), the Terra Nova citadel, an imposing structure dominating the city and, in a chequerboard of distinctive little streets, sheltering the Sainte Marie de l’Assomption cathedral, the Sainte Croix oratory, the round way, the powder keg, etc. Bastia also houses the church of Saint Jean-Baptiste : the largest in Corsica !

Air Corsica allows you to return quickly and easily to the extreme south of Corsica to try a matchless holiday !

The old city of Bonifacio is fascinating with its calcified cliffs from which it is possible to see the islands of Lavezzi, Cavallo, Sardinia and the salt marshes of Porto-Vecchio.

Also take the time to gaze upon the menhirs in the Cauria archaeological site, to dance until dawn in the trendy club “ Via Notte” , go night shopping in the streets of Porto-Vecchio, have brunch in a beach hut on the magnificent beach of Santa Giulia, windsurf in Rondinara, try your swing on the Sperone golf course, glimpse the “ Roccapina lion ” built into the rock, go by boat to the International Marine Park and the Strait of Bonifacio, hike in the forest to the Aiguilles de Bavella, etc.