Torra di Caldarellu

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The Tower of Caldarellu or the Tower of Figari is a Genoese tower located in the commune of Pianotolli-Caldarello on the southwest coast of the Corsica. The tower sits at an elevation of 16 metres on the north shore of the Baie de Figari. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1586 (438 years ago)Coordinates: 41°27'54"N, 9°3'29"E

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Torra di Caldarellu – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Église Sainte-Marie-Majeure de Bonifacio, Église Saint-Dominique de Bonifacio, Gouvernail de la Corse, Cimetière Marin.

7.5 miSE
13th-century Romanesque Catholic church
Église Sainte-Marie-Majeure de Bonifacio, Bonifacio
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Church, Gothic architecture
Église Saint-Dominique de Bonifacio, Bonifacio
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7.3 miSE
Museum
Gouvernail de la Corse, Bonifacio
185 min walk • The rudder of Corsica is a rock in the south of Corsica. Carved in the rock in 1880, it allows to watch the port of Bonifacio, a passage allows to access to a fire hydrant built during the inter-war period.
7.2 miSE
Cemetery
Cimetière Marin, Bonifacio
184 min walk • The Bonifacio Marine Cemetery is a marine cemetery located in the city of Bonifacio, Corsica. It is also called the marine cemetery of Saint-François. It is visited by more than 500 000 people per year.
7 miSE
Lighthouse
Madonetta
179 min walk • The Madonetta lighthouse is located west of Bonifacio in South Corsica. It marks the entrance to the Bonifacio Narrows from the west, facing the Pointe du Timon to the east.
4.1 miNW
Locality
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106 min walk • One of the main attractions in Monacia-d'Aullène is the stunning coastline, which boasts crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, and rugged cliffs. Visitors can spend their days sunbathing on the sandy shores, swimming in the azure sea, or exploring the hidden coves...