Algajola Citadel, Algajola, France

Algajola is an ancient Genoese fortress dating back to the 16th century. The Ottomans, who sacked Algajola in 1643, obliged the Genoese to destroy the fortress. Genoa built a new castle in 1664. Today, the Algajola Castle is one of the main tourist attractions of this town.

Address

Stretta Laghetta, Algajola, France

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Details

Founded: 1664
Category: Castles and fortifications in France

Rating

4.5/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Church of the Trinity and San Giovanni (4,2 km)

Calvi Citadel (9,4 km)
Corte Citadel (41,1 km)
San Giovanni Battista (43,1 km)

User Reviews

benny Travel (6 years ago)
incredible place which must visit.i have alaways come back this island.

Laurent Kaestli (6 years ago)
Nice village, a bit offside

Stepkes Loes (6 years ago)
Nice place :-)

Jean Catinchi (6 years ago)
Merveilleux petit village je recommande un stop dans les rues ou sur sa plage de sable

yann (6 years ago)
Visité mi avril,très joli village,calme,paisible,belle plage,à ne pas manquer.

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