Tour de Capriona

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The Tour de Capriona or Tour de Porto Pollo is a Genoese tower located in the commune of Serra-di-Ferro near the village of Porto Pollo on the west coast of Corsica. Only part of the base survives. ()

Built: XVI centuryCoordinates: 41°42'28"N, 8°47'25"E

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Tour de Capriona – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Filitosa, Tour de Capannella, Torra di Capu Neru, Torra di Campumoru.

5 miNE
Archaeological site, Historical place, Mysterious site
Filitosa
127 min walk • Filitosa, a prehistoric site nestled in the heart of Corsica, France, stands as a captivating testament to human history and ingenuity. This archaeological gem is renowned for its collection of megalithic monuments, including the iconic statue-menhir – towering stone...
1.1 miN
Tower
Tour de Capannella
28 min walk • The Tour de Capannella is a Genoese tower located in the commune of Serra-di-Ferro on the west coast of Corsica. The tower was built in the second half of the 16th century.
4.3 miW
Tower
Torra di Capu Neru
111 min walk • The Tower of Capu Neru is a Genoese tower located in the commune of Coti-Chiavari on the west coast of the Corsica. The tower sits at an elevation of 119 metres on the Capu Neru headland. Construction of the tower began 1597.
4.8 miS
Tower
Torra di Campumoru
124 min walk • The Tower of Campumoru is a Genoese tower located in the commune of Belvédère-Campomoro on the west coast of the French island of Corsica. The tower sits at an elevation of 78 m on the Punta di Campomoro headland which forms the southern limit of the Golfe de Valinco.
5.2 miE
Tower
Turra di a Calanca
133 min walk • The Tower of Calanca is a Genoese tower located in the commune of Olmeto on the west coast of Corsica. The tower was built in the second half of the 16th century.
2.3 miE
Tower
Torra di Micalona
58 min walk • The Tower of Micalona is a Genoese tower located in the commune of Olmeto on the west coast of the Corsica. The tower was one of a series of coastal defences constructed by the Republic of Genoa between 1530 and 1620 to stem the attacks by Barbary pirates.
5.1 miE
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Olmeto
131 min walk • Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by the natural beauty of Olmeto, with its rugged coastline, crystal-clear waters, and lush greenery. The nearby beaches, such as Plage de Baracci and Plage de Tenutella, are perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports.
0.5 miNE
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Serra-di-Ferro
14 min walk • Serra-di-Ferro is a commune in the Corse-du-Sud department of France on the island of Corsica.
5.5 miS
Locality
Belvédère-Campomoro
141 min walk • For those interested in history, Belvédère-Campomoro is home to the Campomoro Tower, a Genoese tower that dates back to the 16th century. This historic landmark offers visitors a glimpse into the region's past and provides breathtaking views of the surrounding...