Ajaccio
Ajaccio, the capital of Corsica and the department of Southern Corsica, is situated on the island's western coast along the Mediterranean Sea. The city is home to about 71,000 people. It is renowned for its commercial, fishing, and ferry port, as well as being the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. Highlights include the 14th-century cathedral, the 16th-century citadel, and Napoleon's family home. The climate is mild, with warm summers and moderate winters, making spring and autumn the ideal times to visit.
