Is Corsica more Italian?

This mountainous Mediterranean island is today one of the 13 regions of Metropolitan France, though its culture is more Italian than French, and its sense of otherness is strong. Guy Hibbert learns about its past and discovers that there is much more to do here than sit on a beach.



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Sardinia vs Corsica as a beach holiday destination Sardinia, almost 3 times the size of Corsica, has a longer coastline (over 1000km!) and therefore a longer stretch of beautiful beaches to choose from - however, Corsica's turquoise waters and unspoiled sandy beaches are the equal of Sardinia's for beauty.

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Corsica's gorgeous beaches lapped by warm Mediterranean waters may be its biggest allure, but there is so much more to this enchanting island. It is one of the 18 administrative regions of France and boasts a fascinating history that involves invading Vandals, a legendary beheading, and a debt-paying deal.

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The Mediterranean island is nicknamed the 'Island of beauty' but there are no big urban centers for jobs and transport links to the mainland make it a more expensive choice. That's why Corsica is only home to just under 300 people from English-speaking countries in total.”

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