Porto
Porto
Porto is a quaint little seaside resort, which is home to charming harbour that is overshadowed by a sixteenth century Genoese Tower. It is an excellent base from which to explore the surrounding countryside and spectacular coastline. The Gorges de Spelunca, a spectacular ravine, is popular for its rocky pools, Genoese bridges and hiking opportunities, while the Forêt d'Aïtone is one of the island's most beautiful forests with waterfalls and numerous walking trails.
Scandola Nature Reserve
The Scandola Nature Reserve is a natural gem encompassing over a thousand hectares of land and sea that is situated on the Cape Girolata peninsula. The promontory is marked by incredible rock formations that were formed by Monte Cinto's volcanic eruptions millions of years ago. The subsequent erosion has fashioned caves and grottoes deep into the rock. The headland and its surrounding waters support significant colonies of seabirds, dolphins and seals, as well as 450 types of seaweed and some remarkable fish such as the grouper, a species more commonly found in the Caribbean. Scandola is off-limits to walkers and can be viewed only by boat; trips can be arranged from both Calvi and Porto.
Les Calanques
Les Calanques are natural phenomenon of red rock formations along the Corsican coastline between Piana and Porto, which are a sightseeing highlight on a holiday in Corsica. The narrow, twisting road reveals a landscape of spectacular vistas and panoramas that outdo each other at every turn, where wind and sea have eroded the pink granite rock into pillars, huge boulders and weird shapes. The scenery is most spectacular at sunset, when the setting sun highlights the natural red and pink colours of the rock, and the drive is best appreciated in the direction from Piana to Porto.
