Saturday, August 20
We docked right in the middle of Ajaccio, which meant just a short walk to get to the main attractions here. The morning markets were the first things we came across, so we checked out the fish market and then the general market. The fruit, vegetables, wines, oils and conserves, breads and pastries, cold meats and cheeses all looked delicious and very fresh. In one way it was a pity we weren't staying in an apartment so we could stock up and feast on all these goodies!
We then walked around the town where Napoleon Bonaparte was born, which included the house where he spent his first 9 years, the church where he was baptised and the palace his uncle lived in which is now a museum. This museum was also the access to the Imperial Chapel, but unfortunately it was closed, as was the church! However we did get to see the 2 main statues of Napoleon, which had him decked out like a Roman Emperor!
Guarding the Harbour was the Citadel, however this is a French Military installation so we couldn't explore inside the impressive looking walls and ramparts. At the base of the Citadel was where the beaches began, so we checked them out and strolled along the waterfront. The water looked very inviting and there were lots of Holland America towels on the beach, but we didn't have time for a swim today. The ship was departing at 5pm and we were disappointed not to have more time here, but we plan to include Corsica on another trip to Europe.
We had arranged to have pre-dinner drinks with Alan & Sharon, an English couple we've met on this cruise, and then have dinner together. After a lovely meal we all went to the show, and then onto the B.B. King's Blues Club - the All-Star Band here are excellent and it was a great end to another terrific day.
We docked right in the middle of Ajaccio, which meant just a short walk to get to the main attractions here. The morning markets were the first things we came across, so we checked out the fish market and then the general market. The fruit, vegetables, wines, oils and conserves, breads and pastries, cold meats and cheeses all looked delicious and very fresh. In one way it was a pity we weren't staying in an apartment so we could stock up and feast on all these goodies!
We then walked around the town where Napoleon Bonaparte was born, which included the house where he spent his first 9 years, the church where he was baptised and the palace his uncle lived in which is now a museum. This museum was also the access to the Imperial Chapel, but unfortunately it was closed, as was the church! However we did get to see the 2 main statues of Napoleon, which had him decked out like a Roman Emperor!
Guarding the Harbour was the Citadel, however this is a French Military installation so we couldn't explore inside the impressive looking walls and ramparts. At the base of the Citadel was where the beaches began, so we checked them out and strolled along the waterfront. The water looked very inviting and there were lots of Holland America towels on the beach, but we didn't have time for a swim today. The ship was departing at 5pm and we were disappointed not to have more time here, but we plan to include Corsica on another trip to Europe.
We had arranged to have pre-dinner drinks with Alan & Sharon, an English couple we've met on this cruise, and then have dinner together. After a lovely meal we all went to the show, and then onto the B.B. King's Blues Club - the All-Star Band here are excellent and it was a great end to another terrific day.
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