Torra di Scalu

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The Tower of Scalu or Tower of Pino is a ruined Genoese tower located in the commune of Pino, Haute-Corse on the west coast of Corsica. ()

Built: XVI centuryCoordinates: 42°54'42"N, 9°20'41"E

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

Nearby attractions include: Moulin Mattei, Tour de Centuri, Torra di Santa Maria Chjapella, Torra di Seneca.

4.5 miN
Observation decks and towers, Windmill
Moulin Mattei, Centuri
114 min walk • Perched on the rugged hills of the Cap Corse in the commune of Ersa, France, Moulin Mattei beckons travelers with its historical charm and stunning vistas. This restored windmill, a heritage preservation site, is an emblematic landmark of the region, offering visitors...
3.8 miN
Marina, Park, Tower
Tour de Centuri, Centuri
97 min walk • The Tour de Centuri is a ruined Genoese tower located in Corsica in the commune of Centuri, on the west coast of Cap Corse. Only the base of the tower survives.
7.7 miNE
Tower
Torra di Santa Maria Chjapella
196 min walk • The Tower of Santa Maria Chjapella is a ruined Genoese tower located in the commune of Rogliano on the east coast of the Corsica. Only part of the tower survives. The tower was built between 1548 and 1549 for Giacomo Santo Da Mare.
1.5 miE
Ruins, Observation decks and towers, Tower
Torra di Seneca, Luri
38 min walk • The Tower of Seneca is a ruined Genoese tower located in the commune of Luri in the Cap Corse region of the Corsica. The tower was built in the 16th century.
5.1 miN
Tower
Torra di Poghju
131 min walk • The Tower of Poghju is a Genoese tower in Corsica, located in the hamlet of Poggio in the commune of Tomino, Haute-Corse. The tower was probably built in the second half of the sixteenth century. It was one of a series of defences constructed by the Republic of Genoa between 1530 and 1620 to stem the attacks by Barbary pirates.
3.1 miS
Tower
Tour de Giottani
78 min walk • The Tower of Giottani is a ruined Genoese tower on the coast of the commune of Barrettali, northern Corsica.
4.7 miNE
Tower
Torra di Roglianu
120 min walk • The Tower of Roglianu or Tower of Parrochia is a Genoese tower located in the commune of Rogliano in the Cap Corse region of the Corsica. The tower is within the village of Rogliano at an altitude of 150 metres and not on the coast. It was built in the 15th century and is now privately owned.
4.6 miS
Locality
Canari
118 min walk • Canari is a commune in the Haute-Corse department of France on the island of Corsica.
4.6 miE
Locality
Meria
118 min walk • One of the main attractions in Meria is its stunning beaches, which are known for their pristine white sands and turquoise waters. Visitors can bask in the Mediterranean sun, take a refreshing dip in the sea, or simply stroll along the shore and admire the panoramic...