Saint-Florent, Haute-Corse facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Saint-Florent
San Fiurenzu (Corsican)
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Citadel
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 Saint-Florent
Location in France
Saint-Florent
Location in Corsica
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| Country | France | |
| Region | Corsica | |
| Department | Haute-Corse | |
| Arrondissement | Calvi | |
| Canton | Biguglia-Nebbio | |
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17.98 km2 (6.94 sq mi) | |
| Population
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1,689 | |
| • Density | 93.94/km2 (243.30/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | French: Saint-Florentin, Saint-Florentine Italian: Sanfiorenzinco, Sanfiorenzinca Corsican: Sanfiurenzincu, Sanfiurenzinca |
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| Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) | |
| INSEE/Postal code |
2B298 /20217
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| Elevation | 0–356 m (0–1,168 ft) (avg. 10 m or 33 ft) |
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| 1 French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km2 (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries. | ||
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Saint-Florent is a charming town located in the Haute-Corse area on the beautiful island of Corsica, France. It was once a busy fishing port, but today it's mostly known for its many pleasure boats.
This town is a very popular spot for summer vacations. Tourists love it because it's close to the famous Patrimonio vineyards and the lovely Saleccia beach.
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A Look at Saint-Florent's Past
Saint-Florent was built by the Genoese people in the 1500s. They used it as a military base to control the Corsican people living nearby. Later, in 1764, France sent soldiers and settlers to Saint-Florent to take over the independent Corsican island.
However, the Corsican army, led by Pasquale Paoli (often called "the Father of Corsica"), fought back. With help from the British fleet, led by Horatio Nelson, they took Saint-Florent back in 1794. This was during a short time when Corsica was ruled by both the British and Corsicans.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% p.a. |
| 1968 | 805 | — |
| 1975 | 1,065 | +4.08% |
| 1982 | 1,217 | +1.92% |
| 1990 | 1,350 | +1.30% |
| 1999 | 1,474 | +0.98% |
| 2009 | 1,636 | +1.05% |
| 2014 | 1,605 | −0.38% |
| 2020 | 1,688 | +0.84% |
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Saint-Florent's Weather
Saint-Florent has a typical Mediterranean climate. This means it has mild winters where temperatures rarely drop below freezing. Summers are long, warm, and dry. Temperatures can reach around 35°C (95°F) in July and August.
Places to See in Saint-Florent
There are several interesting historical places to visit in Saint-Florent. One is the Genoese citadel, a strong fortress built in 1440 at the same time as the town. Another important building is the Romanesque Saint-Florent Cathedral. It is also known as the cathedral of the Nebbio, and today it is called the church of Santa Maria Assunta.
Close to the town, you can also see the old Genoese towers called Torra di Mortella and Torra di Fornali. These towers were built long ago to protect the coast.
Famous People From Saint-Florent
- Louis Bizarelli, a former politician, was born in Saint-Florent in 1836.
- Lizzy Mercier Descloux, a musician and singer, spent her last years here. She passed away in Saint-Florent in 2004.
- Marie Ferranti, a well-known author, lives and works in Saint-Florent.
- Antoine Gentili, a general, was a close friend and companion of Pasquale Paoli.
See also
In Spanish: Saint-Florent (Alta Córcega) para niños
