Corsica

Corsica is a unique region in which to look for holiday home rentals, it is the fourth largest island in the Mediterranean and is situated near the French mainland and Italy. Corsica is actually one of the 26 regions of France although it is technically a "territorial collectivity" by international law. This means that it enjoys far more powers than many other French regions and it is full of holiday home rentals for those wishing to come and explore this unique island.

Corsica is most famously known for being the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte and if you choose to stay in holiday home rentals then you too will have the chance to learn more about the history of the area. Corsica is famed for its cuisine and it is a fusion of French and Italian foods, many people staying in holiday home rentals will be able to enjoy this mix of pizza, pasta, cured meets, sheep's milk cheese and other Italian and French foodstuffs.

The food actually varies from region to region as you travel around Corsica, when staying in holiday home rentals in the mountains wild meat like boar and rabbit is popular whilst in the lowland areas fish from the many rivers and coastline is popular. If you are staying in holiday home rentals in Corsica you should take some time to explore the natural park that was created in 1972 to protect the many thousands of rare animal and plant species.

The park includes the Golfe de Porto, the UNESCO Scandola Nature Reserve and also some of the most beautiful scenery focused around the mountainous regions of the island. The park is protected and you will not find any holiday home rentals in it, in fact you cannot actually gain access other than by boat. If you are interested in history and staying in holiday home rentals in Corsica then you can spend some time learning about the unique archeology the island can offer, Corsica was home to many indigenous animals of the Pleistocene through to the Mesolithic, many of which became extinct.