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Subprefecture and commune in Corsica, France
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Corte is in Upper Corsica.
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A citadella
The citadel of Corte was the first of the seven Corsican citadels. It was the only one built inland and its three levels of defence make it an exceptional site in Europe. It was built in two stages, 350 years apart: in 1419, Vincentello d'lstria, built the castle, also called "Eagle's Nest", at the top of the rock overlooking the city. In 1769, under the orders of the Count of Vaux, French troops began the construction of the citadel.
Museu di a Corsica
Exhibitions on traditional rural Corsica by travelers and ethnologists over the centuries, and the problems of current anthropology.
This is a French university, based in Corte. It is under the Academy of Corsica.
Copious portions of delicious Corsican food. Friendly service and a good view too.
By train
Corte is also linked to Ajaccio, Bastia and Calvi by the Chemin de fer de la Corse (Corsican Railway), and is served by trains running between Ajaccio and Calvi, and Ajaccio and Bastia.
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Bastia · International · BIA
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