Corsica TOP 10 things to do | FRANCE
On the island of Corsica in Southern France you will find many white sandy beaches, stunning mountains, ice cold lakes, green valleys and much more. The relaxed atmosphere and usually warm temperatures make it a great place to visit for tourists! In this video you will find the TOP 10 places to visit and things to do on Corsica! The GR20 should be on the list of every hiker! it is said to be the most difficult multi day hike in Europe!
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Places to see in ( Bastia - France )
Places to see in ( Bastia - France )
Bastia is a city on the French island of Corsica. Bars and restaurants line the Old Port, with the twin-towered Church of St. Jean-Baptiste rising behind it. Terra Nova, a centuries-old citadel with ramparts, was built by Genoese rulers. Nearby is the Cathedral of Ste. Marie, filled with paintings and marble statues. The Governor’s Palace houses the Bastia Museum, showcasing the city’s history.
Filled with heart, soul and character, the bustling old port of Bastia is a good surprise. Sure, it might not measure up to the sexy style of Ajaccio or the architectural appeal of Bonifacio, but it has an irresistible magnetism. Bastia is an authentic snapshot of modern-day Corsica, a lived-in city that’s resisted the urge to polish up its image just to please the tourists. The historical neighbourhoods of Terra Vecchia and Terra Nova are especially vibrant – allow yourself a day to take in the sights and mosey around atmospheric streets and boutiques.
Bastia is a French commune in the Haute-Corse department of France located in the north-east of the island of Corsica at the base of Cap Corse. It also has the second-highest population of any commune on the island after Ajaccio and is the capital of the Bagnaja region and of the department. Bastia is the principal port of the island and its principal commercial town and is especially famous for its wines. Approximately 10% of the population are immigrants. The unemployment rate in the commune has persistently been one of the highest in France, standing at over 20% in 2004.
Located in the North-East of Corsica at the base of the Cap Corse, between the sea and the mountain, Bastia is the principal port of the island. The city is located 35 km (22 mi) away from the northern tip of the Cap Corse, 50 km (31 mi) west from Elba, an Italian island, and 90 km (56 mi) away from continental Italy which can be seen a few days per year when visibility is excellent.
Alot to see in Bastia such as :
Place Saint-Nicolas
Musée de Bastia
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Bastia
Bastia Cathedral
Palais des Gouverneurs
Réserve naturelle de l'étang de Biguglia
L'Agriate
L'Arinella
Col de Teghime
Alb'Oru Cultural Center.
Église Sainte-Croix de Bastia
Tour d'Erbalunga
Plage de l'Arinella
Jardin Romieu
Corse Miniature animé
La statue de Napoléon dans le style romain
Vieux Port
Lieu de Mémoire Combattante
Mémorial du Col de Teghime
Parc Luccianella
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Beautiful Corsica | Belle Corse | Travel Diary Summer 2016 | GoPro Hero
Take your time and enjoy this video diary of our vacation on the amazing french island Corsica (Corse) in summer 2016. Based in the town of Calvi in the northwest we explored this unique place with its beautiful and so diverse nature. Corsica is like a continent in miniature.
This video features: Calvi, the Corsican railway, beach Algajola, beach Ghjunchitu, Sainte Restitude, Fango valley, Sant Antonio, La Revellata, Corte, Scandola, Cascade des Anglais, beach Mare e Sole, Ajaccio, the Calanche, beach l'Ostriconi, Girolata and Restonica valley.
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Corsica Tourist Attractions: 10 Top Places to Visit
Planning to visit Corsica? Check out our Corsica Travel Guide video and see top most Tourist Attractions in Corsica.
Top Places to visit in Corsica:
Les Calanche Cliffs, D81, Plateau de Coscione, Nature Reserve of Scandola, Grottes de Bonifacio, Aiguilles de Bavella, Village d'Occi, Bonifacio Citadel, Eglise Saint-Michel de Murato, Gorges de la Restonica
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Bastia (France) Travel
Take a tour of Corsican Town of Bastia in Bastia, France - part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
The windy, sunny, and beautiful port and economic capital of the French island of Corsica, is the city of Bastia .
Once serving as the capital city, it is now then second largest city after the islands current capital.
The Genoese government of the 1300s built a stronghold in this locale to protect the city from storms.
Dominated by winding, narrow streets and vibrant colors; this city is known for its wine and spectacular views.
The city was briefly captured by the British during France's Revolutionary War, in 1794.
Sand and pebble beaches, along with the old harbor, are all easily accessible from Bastia.
One of the city's most admired and intricate structures is the Genoese palace, which now houses a museum of the island's ethnography.
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Filled with heart, soul and character, the bustling old port of Bastia is a good surprise. Sure, it might not measure up to the sexy style of Ajaccio or the architectural appeal of Bonifacio, but it has an irresistible magnetism. Bastia is an authentic snapshot of modern-day Corsica, a lived-in city that’s resisted the urge to polish up its image just to please the tourists. The historical neighbourhoods of Terra Vecchia and Terra Nova are especially vibrant – allow yourself a day to take in the sights, mosey around atmospheric streets and boutiques.
[Travel Montage] Corsica, What To Expect When Visiting The Island
Here are some shots taken all around the stunning island of Corsica, from Bastia to Bonifacio.
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Places to see in ( Bastia - France ) Eglise Saint Jean Baptiste
Places to see in ( Bastia - France ) Eglise Saint Jean Baptiste
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Bastia is a church in Bastia, Haute-Corse, Corsica. The building was classified as a Historic Monument in 2000. Built between 1636 and 1671 on the site of a sanctuary deemed too cramped, it was opened to worship in 1666. Its majestic facade with vigorous modénature is framed by two bell towers crowned with cupolas. The porch opens on the last bay of the nave, the size of which corresponds to the length of the previous building located perpendicular to the current sanctuary.
The interior surprises with its imposing dimensions. This church is indeed the largest of the whole island. His unique nave and collateral plan of five spans is enriched by a deep choir. The central medallion of the vault representing the Baptism of Christ, is surrounded by gilded stuccoes, plasterwork and paintings largely lit by high windows. The side chapels all have altarpieces in polychrome marbles, the superb high altar testifies to the great virtuosity of its performer. The Saint Erasme Chapel (Brotherhood of Sailors) presents a very remarkable marble altarpiece of exceptional richness. The paintings that adorn the building come partly from the Fesch legacy. They are mostly the XVIII thcentury. The magnificent silver tabernacle pushed the altar, and for that adorns the altar of the Virgin dating from the XIX th century (goldsmith G. Macchi). The pulpit to be preached in the eighteenth century is admirable.
The interior of the sanctuary is adorned with many works of art including the silver tabernacle of the high altar, carved in the nineteenth century by the goldsmith Sienese Gaetano Macchi. Above the marble statue of Saint John the Baptist (18th century), there is also a surprising group of stucco representing the Circumcision of Christ.
The imposing organ stand in Swallow's Nest, dated 1742, is adorned with three paintings depicting scenes from the life of St. John the Baptist. The feast of St. John is associated with the summer solstice and is celebrated by a bonfire, resurgence of its pagan origin. In Bastia, on the evening of June 23, a huge fire is lit under the ramparts of the Citadel at the edge of the basin of the Old Port. At this feast of fire is associated the rite of taking a first sea bath that day would have regenerative properties.
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BASTIA - France Travel Guide | Around The World
Bastia is a French commune in the Haute-Corse department of France located in the north-east of the island of Corsica at the base of Cap Corse. It also has the second-highest population of any commune on the island after Ajaccio and is the capital of the Bagnaja region and of the department.
Bastia is the principal port of the island and its principal commercial town and is especially famous for its wines. Approximately 10% of the population are immigrants. The unemployment rate in the commune has persistently been one of the highest in France, standing at over 20% in 2004.
The inhabitants of the commune are known as Bastiais or Bastiaises.
The commune has been awarded three flowers by the National Council of Towns and Villages in Bloom in the Competition of cities and villages in Bloom.
In Roman times the site of Cardo with the north-eastern district of the current commune of Bastia and Pietrabugno formed a Pieve: the oldest known administrative division. This territory was occupied by the Vanacimi people. Bastia did not exist. Neither Ptolemy, Strabo, or Pliny in the descriptions they made of the island mentioned Bastia.
Bastia is primarily a port city so the sea has a predominant place in the spatial organization of the city. Nowadays Bastia has three different ports.
The Old Port: located in a narrow cove that offers good protection against the Mediterranean weather. It was therefore at the heart of the initial development of the city. Today it still is home to many yachts and fishing boats but it is not so economically vital for the city than the other modern ports, although its tourism and aesthetic appeal makes it an almost official emblem of Bastia. Many bar-cafes and restaurants have opened on its quays whose streets are pedestrian access only in the summer.
The Commercial Port: a little north of the Old Port, it is the major economic asset of the city. This is especially true in the summer period when thousands of arrivals and departures of passengers and vehicles can sometimes cause long traffic jams along Route nationale N193 despite the existence of a tunnel under the Old Port. Opposite the commercial port is the vast Place Saint Nicolas which is the heart of the city.
The Toga Marina: north of the commercial port partly in Ville-di-Pietrabugno is occupied by many sailboats and yachts. There are also several bars, restaurants and nightclubs on its quays.
The city centre and outlying urban areas :
Today the city centre consists mainly of the citadel (also called Terra Nova), the Palace of the Governors, the Old Port with its surrounding neighbourhood and the market place, and finally all the buildings along the Paoli Boulevard - the main commercial street of the city which stretches from the courthouse to the Avenue Maréchal Sebastiani.
In recent decades Bastia and its region have had strong demographic growth which has now grown beyond the municipal boundaries.
Bastia has several hamlets and districts that are, from north to south:
Cardo: a village northeast of the city, Cardo was one of the first inhabited places in the area.
Le Fango: an area which has developed recently on the mountainside. It includes in particular the prefecture of Haute-Corse, Bastia railway station, and the Lycée Giocante de Casabianca.
Gradiccia
Saint Antoine
Fort Lacroix
La Citadelle
Saint Joseph
Monserato
Lupino: a district south of the city, the first to be developed mainly with social housing.
Paese Novo: a residential district overlooking Montesoro on the old Imperial road that bypasses the town via the heights. Bastia Hospital is located in this district.
Montesoro: another residential district south of Bastia. It has large groups of new buildings with many shops. Montesoro also has large schools: technical and vocational schools, and a secondary education college.
Erbajolo: another district at the southern end of town. It marks the beginning of the industrial zone south of Bastia agglomeration. It has the largest commercial area in the city (Hyper U) and a football stadium.
Places to see in ( Corsica - France ) Bastia
Places to see in ( Corsica - France ) Bastia
Bastia is a city on the French island of Corsica. Bars and restaurants line the Old Port, with the twin-towered Church of St. Jean-Baptiste rising behind it. Terra Nova, a centuries-old citadel with ramparts, was built by Genoese rulers. Nearby is the Cathedral of Ste. Marie, filled with paintings and marble statues. The Governor’s Palace houses the Bastia Museum, showcasing the city’s history.
Bastia is a commercial port town (the most important on Corsica) found to the north-east of the island. It is in an impressive location with the hills and Cap Corse behind the town. The town is now officially classified as a 'Town of Art and History' in France. Bastia old town is to the old town that you will be drawn with its faded charm of narrow streets and alleys, where washing still hangs drying from ancient shuttered windows in the tall, often almost crumbling, buildings, dating largely from the 18th century.
It is the character of this part of Bastia, culminating at the old port, which is the most fascinating aspect of Bastia so allow time to explore rather then rushing from 'monument to monument'. One of the main squares in the old town or the 'Terra Vecchia' is the Place du Marche which is home to a morning market and the large Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, an imposing church built in the 16th century. The interior of the church was renovated in baroque style in the 18th century. Nearby on Rue Napoleon is the Oratoire St Roch with a great Baroque interior and also the Oratoire de l'Immaculée Conception which has a particularly sumptuous interior including crystal chandeliers.
Continue walking and at the other side of the Saint Jean Baptiste chuch is the charming port where the rather neglected buildings surround the harbour full of boats ranging from small fishing vessels to gleaming pleasure boats. There are two ports in Bastia - the original traditional one, and the more recent port where Corsica Ferries arrive with passengers from Italy and France (Nice is the most common departure point from mainland France to reach Bastia). The old harbour is the 'in' place to spend your evenings in Bastia, in the many bars and restaurants, or simply promenading along the water front - be sure to walk out along the Quai des Martyrs de la Liberation for the best views of the harbour.
Dominating the old harbour is the view of the Church of Saint John the Baptist. The other buildings are painted in beautiful shades of ochre, salmon and shades of gold. Sadly nearly all need a coat of paint and you have the feeling that if this was done the harbour would change from attractive to really quite stunning. The other main part of Bastia to explore is on the other side of the old harbour around the substantial citadel. This part of the town is much trendier if slightly less impressive than its old town neighbour. The walk to the citadel passes through the gardens (le Jardin Romieu) and passed the once-very-posh houses of the Terra Nova district.
The main 'notable' buildings within the citadel of Bastia are the grand 14th century Governor's Palace and a couple of churches: the church of Sainte-Marie de l'Assomption and the Baroque Oratoire-Sainte-Croix with its 'black Christ'. The palace of the Governors was attacked and destroyed by Nelson in 1794 and rebuilt by the French when it was used as a prison. The Nazi's used the dungeons to imprison and torture Resistance fighters during the Second World War. It has now been renovated and is home to the Municipal Museum with exhibits including the history of Bastia and Corsica from its pre-Roman origins to its role in the second world war.
Venture a little further north to see Place Saint Nicholas (the large square behind the new port and one of the largest open squares to be found in France). While you are here you can pop into the Mattei shop to pickup a few local delicacies, and to see how shopping in the town was 100 years ago. The shop might not have changed much, the prices unfortunately have. There is a small pebble beach in Bastia, but the long sandy beaches slightly south of the town are worth making the effort to get to instead to avoid the over-crowding.
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