Birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte and home to some awe-inspiring natural landscapes, Southern Corsica (or Corse-du-Sud) entices with outdoor pursuits, remnants of prehistoric settlements, and a stunningly diverse scenery. From the dramatic white cliffs of Bonifacio, to whimsical rock formations of Piana, to the uninhabited Lavezzi Islands and white-sand beaches, Southern Corsica has plenty to capture imaginations with.
Facts
Population: |
149,234 |
Currency: |
1 euro = 100 cents |
Hotels: |
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Emergency numbers: |
Medical: 15 Police: 17 Fire: 18 Mobile emergency number: 112 |
Opening hours: |
Although business hours may vary, there is often a lunch break at most shops and small businesses, making the customary working hours from 8.30 or 9am to 1 or 1.30pm & 2 or 2.30 to 6 or 7pm. Most businesses close on Sundays. |
Tourist information: |
Ajaccio Tourist Office +33 4 95 51 53 03 Mon-Sat 8am-7pm, Sun 9am-1pm www.ajaccio-tourisme.com |
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