Sunday morning to Corte which Judy described as "faded grandeur" but it did have some impressive buildings if a bit decayed. Church open but museums closed. Impressive citadel.
Then on to Piedicroce (Chris cycled some of it) where the Corsican revolution started led by Pasquale Paoli, and to visit the famous church - which was closed, even on Palm Sunday! But we found a man who knew the man who has the keys and who kindly showed us around. Apparently a village of only about 30 inhabitants with a huge 17th century baroque church.
Monday, our last day, headed slowly towards Bastia, diverting up to the hill village of Vescovato which was really worth the visit. Different stone here from the villages we visited before.
The guardian of the church gave us a guided visit and a lucky religious charm. Then advised us on two more villages to visit on our way - a real treat, so picturesque all perched on their mountain escarpment. So picnic at Vensolasca and a quick tour of the classified (and very touristy in the season) Penta-di-Casinca.
A quick tour of the citadel, cathedral and old port of Bastia - all lovely - and that was Corsica "done"! Brilliant sunshine all day - the perfect finish.
A very windy Tuesday in Nîmes, the park with the Temple of Diana and the Magne Tower closed because of risk of falling branches. But visited the amphitheatre, supposedly the best preserved anywhere and the Maison Carrée, an equally old temple.
And the Museum of Old Nîmes which had lots of stuff about fabrics - denim (de Nîmes). Very informative guide. Looks like being very windy again tomorrow so we'll see if the park is open before we drive home.
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