AJACCIO, CORSICA
Ajaccio is a pretty little town on the French island of Corsica. We had a morning stroll around the local market and then around the town and harbour. Napoleon Bonaparte was born in Ajaccio and lived there for 9 years. When he went to military college in Paris he was teased and bullied because of his strong Corsican accent. Despite being a dictator and an uncaring general, he is widely celebrated in Ajaccio despite only spending his childhood there.
A general view of Ajaccio harbour area
The town is surrounded by hills and mountains
It's a long way to jump to get off the ship!
Nicely coloured pigeon
Spirits infused with local herbs and fruit
Fine cheeses in the market
Cured ham
Two different aubergines
Unusually coloured beans
Local jams and preserves
Olives galore
Delicious pastries
Smokes ham in comes - a nice change from chips!
More use of local herbs
Eels anyone?
Bream?
Butcher's display. Yes, you're next piggy!
Mimosa
A reflective moment
Tiny electric bus
Yes, it's Napoleon - the dictator is glorified everywhere here
Place Foch
Napoleon again!
Place De Gaulle
View towards the south of the island
Boulevard Pascal Rossini
The small beach below Place De Gaulle
Learning to sail
Not a pretty sight.....
Cathedral Santa Maria Assunta
View along the Citadel
Artwork inside the citadel
Washing facilities in the citadel
Deadly fine fishing nets
Boats in the harbour
