About Corsica

Corsica is the fourth largest island in the Mediterranean that forms part of the 26 regions of France. Despite its French heritage, Corsica actually lies only 80 km off the Coast of Italy in comparison to France which is 170 km away. With hundreds of beaches, some of them the best in the Mediterranean, mountains, and miles of coast line, the island serves as a popular holiday destination. Corsica is most famous for being the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Corsica is also known for its ‘Maquis’, a local dense shrub that has a distinct perfume that can often be picked up out to sea, hence giving the island the name of ‘the scented isle’. Although French is widely spoken, Corsica has its own language, Corsican or Corsu, which has both French and Italian influences.

What makes Corsica so special is that it remains relatively untouched and unspoiled by mass tourism. Many people have said that once you arrive in Corsica you will be seduced by the island. The dramatic contrast between Corsica’s coast line, scenery and architecture is what makes this island so unique.