I am not a geologist and rocks do not rock me. However, I cannot help being fascinated by the shapes and forms of Corsica’s stony landscape. The whole island is one big rock and exploring it must be a geologist’s dream come true. In fact, it is a dream for anyone who enjoys nature. I view the rocks from an aesthetic angle and see faces, gnomes, men, creatures, smiles, skulls, sand dunes, bones, giant’s footsteps and fingers. Such a wonder this world is!
I have no idea how the island was created, but I admire the enormous forces that have pushed and pleated and shifted and cracked the rocks to create this beautiful gem set in a turquoise sea.
A hike in the Calvi area and a refreshing boat trip to the Scandola Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, provide lots of good rocky adventures.
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