Corsica

· Cheap

From the SW edge of the citadel, 187 steps lead down the cliffs (their diagonal notch is very visible from the sea) to the Cave of St Barthelemy's Well.

House where Napoleon Bonaparte was born. Now a museum.

This is the city's principal and oldest church, mostly Romanesque and probably built in the 12th century but much modified over time. It has a prominent bell-tower and three naves, with the central nave containing the relics of St…

Avenue Gabriel-Péri

The watchtower of Sartène is the symbol of this very picturesque town. Located in the Place de Guardiola, it dates from the end of the 16th century. It was the only element of the defensive bastion formed by the Pietraggio district.

In the town center

Formerly Place Porta (a very welcoming place where the inhabitants meet to discuss, mainly politics). There was the guillotine there. There the men of "good birth", the Sgios, argued.

This tiny chapel marks the spot where the last victim of the plague died in the outbreak of 1528. St Roch/Roque, a 14th-century Montpelier martyr, is particularly venerated for his intercessions against plague, and on behalf of bachelors…

Rue des Pachas

The watchtower is the only citadel structure that remains from the original 9th-century Tuscan fortifications. It's been smashed down and rebuilt several times: the most recent destruction was in 1901 (as it gave enemy artillery too good a…

near the village of Sartène

A nice historic site for a walk, with megalith stones set up vertically.

· Cheap

Exhibitions on traditional rural Corsica by travelers and ethnologists over the centuries, and the problems of current anthropology.

Quartier St-François· Cheap

The Gouvernail is a rock formation that on the map looks like the rudder of the boat-shaped Corsica. Follow the 168 steps down; there's a late 19th-century bunker dug into the rock for a cannon firing position.

· Moderate

The train from the Gare d'Ajaccio leaves daily at 07:41 and takes under an hour through forests and past mountains to get to Bocognano, a village with an alpine feel, a few restaurants and bars, a couple of boulangeries, and a spectacular…

1-hour and ½-day trips by a consortium of local companies, heading out to the Lavezzi isles. You'll see their boats and hear them barking for customers by the marina TIC.

It's the procession with the representation of the Passion of Christ that takes place during Good Friday (Venneri Santu or Vennaressantu in Corsican). A man impersonates Jesus who has to carry a cross weighing about kg 30

the main square at the top of the hill· Moderate

Decent pizza or pasta. Their fish and main dishes can be spotty. In fair weather, they have tables outside overlooking the Mediterranean.

Cavallo Morto

The restaurant is in the countryside where guests get a professional and friendly service.

Most of the domesticated pigs on the island are semi-wild, released to forage for food for much of the year, and the local charcuterie reflects this excellent flavour.

In the old city

In the morning there is a market where you can buy fresh fruit, pieces of vegetable pies, beignets, etc. Then sit outside on a bench and enjoy a cheap high quality breakfast or brunch with a stunning view.

5 Faubourg St Antoine

Copious portions of delicious Corsican food. Friendly service and a good view too.

For wonderful moules-frites (mussels and French fries) and puddings.

Quartier Saint François· Expensive

Friendly hotel on spectacular location on the highest ground in Bonifacio upper city on the southwestern pinnacle. Only the marine cemetery is between the hotel and the limestone cliffs overhanging the sea 70 meters below.

Lieu dit Cuparchiata, 20110 Propriano

The residence is made up of 23 apartments spread out around the swimming pool amidst greenery. Have views of either the Gulf and sea, swimming pool or countryside. The Mancinu beach is 1.5 km away. Vehicle necessary.

11 Rue Marbeuf

South-facing apartments with sea views and either a balcony or terrace. Equipped with kitchens or kitchenettes with at least a fridge and microwave. Outdoor pool and free wifi.

Montée Saint Damien

Has rooms equipped with air conditioning, heating, safe deposit box, minibar, hairdryer, towels, clothes horse, telephone, TV and Wi-Fi, restaurant and swimming pool.

Avenue Jean Jaures

Has rooms equipped with air conditioning, heating, TV, Wi-Fi, bathroom with shower and hairdryer, minibar and coffee machine, restaurant and private parking.

Route de Propriano

Holiday apartments with TV, kitchen with microwave, toaster, fridge, coffee machine and kettle. Has Wi-Fi, swimming pool, barbecue and private parking.