Bastion de l’Étendard

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View of the Bastion de l'Étendard in the fortress of Bonifacio in the south of the island of Corsica in France. Medieval citadel built on a rocky promontory overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

Inside the citadel’s old gateway, the Porte de Gênes, the Bastion de l’Étendard was the town's main stronghold. Built to hold heavy artillery, it now houses a small museum and provides access to a hugely enjoyable stroll around the ramparts.

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