Introducing Corte (Corti)
To truly experience Corsican culture, head to Corte (pronounced Cor-tay), its heartland. Since Pasquale Paoli created an independent nation in 1755 and made this fortified town its capital, Corte continues to be a potent symbol of Corsican independence. Paoli founded a national university here in 1765, but it was closed four years later when the short-lived Corsican republic foundered. Università di Corsica Pasquale Paoli was reopened in 1981. It has about 3000 students and is a lynchpin in the revival of the Corsican language.
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Cradled by mountains, hiking in the area is some of the island’s best. The town marks the midpoint on the Mare a Mare Nord trail.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
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RE: Europe - Any suggestions??
by YorickM 27 May 2012
You give no indication of time, or means of travel. A nice route from Corsica to Amsterdam is to take the Bastia-Livorno ferry, visit…
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Re: Cycling Corsica/Sardinia
by YorickM 10 May 2012
> {quote:title=ripsaw777 wrote:}{quote} > How much time should I dedicate to Corsica vs Sardinia. I was trying to aim for about 40/60…
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RE: Hiking/Trekking in Europe (particularly Spain+Austria)
by YorickM 07 April 2012
Well it's not Spain or Austria, but I would say Corsica is the best place to hike. Especially if you like a hot climate. The distances…
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