Corsica Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
French single territorial collectivity and island in the Mediterranean Sea
About Corsica
"Often conquered, never subdued": Corsica has a turbulent history. In the medieval period it was ruled by warring Italian city-states; first Pisa, then Genoa. The island was independent from 1755 before coming under French control in 1768. A separatist movement (re-)emerged in the 20th century, leading to some politically motivated violence. The region now enjoys a special constitutional status within France. The rugged mountain terrain has deterred industry and large-scale agriculture, and Corsica has suffered comparatively little of the ugly tourist developments that blight other parts of the Mediterranean. In fact, Corsican's abundant nature has earned it the nicknameîle de beauté(island of beauty). It has tourism from France and Italy, but of all the Mediterranean islands, it's the lea
Where to Eat in Corsica
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Canistrelli
- 🍴Charcuterie
- 🍴Chestnuts
- 🍴Olive oil
Corsica Travel Guide Sections
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