• Bonifacio
  

  
  In Bonifacio, the city of and its fortifications extend for some distance along the cliff-tops, which are at about 70 meters (230 ft) elevation. The cliffs have been undercut by the ocean so that the buildings, which have been placed on the very lip of the precipice, appear to overhang it. Bonifacio harbor is nowadays a chic marina that attracts yachts from around the Med.
  
  

• Calvi
  

  
  Calvi is the biggest tourist centre of the island. Because of the Corsica's strategic location, Calvi has a rich and chequered history. Its highlights include the Citadel, L'Eglise Santa Maria Church and beaches.
  
  

• Cap Corse
  

  
  This spiny northeastern peninsula stands out from the rest of Corsica. About 40km long and 10km wide, Cap Corse resembles a giant geographical finger poked towards mainland France. Beguiling coastal fishing villages and small settlements perched precariously up in the hills seduce time and again, as does a coastline dotted with enigmatic Genoese watchtowers, jagged coves and rocky cliffs. Relatively undisturbed, Cap Corse harbours inviting sandy coves and fishing villages such as Macinaggio and Centuri-Port.
  
  

• Bastia
  

  
  Filled with heart, soul and character, the bustling old port of Bastia is a good surprise. Bastia's buzzing focal point is the square of St-Nicolas, lined with trees and a string of attractive terrace cafes. Old Port is ringed by pastel-coloured tenements and buzzy brasseries, as well as the twin-towered Église St-Jean Baptiste. Bastia's amber-hued citadel, built from the 15th to 17th centuries was a stronghold for the city's Genoese masters.
  
  

• Corte
  

  
  Corte, in the midst of Corsica mountains, is the heart and soul of the island. Beautifully positioned at the confluence of several rivers, Corte is blessed with an amazing setting. The Corte area is a mecca for the skittish. Canyoning, walking, rock climbing and mountain biking are all available in the nearby valleys.
  
  

• Restonica and Tavignano Gorges
  

  
  Restonica, a beautiful gorge, featuring whitewater river and highland lakes. Dozens of climbing spots along the valley road with a wide range of difficulty. An asphalt road runs most of its length, bringing crowds and congestion. The nearby Tavignano Gorge, Corsica's deepest, is only accessible on foot and remains well off the beaten track.
  
  

• GR 20 trekking
  

  
  The GR 20 is one of the extensive Grande Randonnée (or GR) network of paths and trails. The trail traverses Corsica's mountains, with its end points in Calenzana in the north and Conca in the South running most of the length of the island. It is often referred to as "the toughest long distance trail in Europe", covering a distance of 180 km (110 mi) and 10 km (6 mi) of climbing and descent, over rugged terrain.
  
  

• Ajaccio
  

  
  Luminous seaside city surrounded by snowcapped mountains and pretty beaches offers numerous sites, eateries, side streets, and a popular harbor, where sailboats and fishing vessels moor in the picturesque Tino Rossi port lined with well-established restaurants and cafés serving fresh local fare. Birthplace of Napoléon Bonaparte
  
  

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