Visit in Calvi city

This lively town boasts a spectacular setting on a crag projecting into the Bay of Calvi. With a

picturesque marina and five kilometers of beautiful beaches along the bay, Calvi is a popular holiday destination. Sunbathing and swimming are favorite tourist activities. The town also has many sites of cultural interest, such as an ancient citadel with its impressive protective walls that extend down to the sea. During the Middle Ages, Calvi was its own republic, and during the Genoese period, it was the island's most important city. The upper part of the town was fortified by the Genoese in the late 15th century, and in this area stands the Cathedral of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, founded in the 13th century and rebuilt in 1553. The cathedral contains a famous crucifix and other fine examples of woodcarving. Another one of the town's historic attractions is the 17th-century Church of Santa Maria near the harbor. The Maison Colomb on Rue Colombo, is said to be the birthplace of Columbus, although this hasn't been authenticated. Calvi is also renowned for its summertime jazz festival that draws top musical talent. Concerts are held at venues throughout the town as well as in the surroundings of Calvi.

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