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Bastia, city, capital of Haute-Corse département, Corse région, France. It lies on the northeastern coast of Corsica, 22 miles (35 km) south of the island’s northernmost point, the tip of Cape Corse. It is close to the Italian mainland (73 miles [117 km] from Livorno), and across the Tyrrhenian Sea.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Bastia is a city in the Haute-Corse department of Corsica, France, located on the island’s northeastern coast. A picturesque city on the island of Corsica, France. Faces the Tyrrhenian Sea, providing stunning coastal views. It’s like a Mediterranean dream with a touch of French charm.
Bastia is a city on the French island of Corsica. The small fortifications and pleasant harbour-side areas make for a nice stroll. Mapcarta, the open map.
Geographically, Bastia is characterized by its location between the sea and the mountains. The commune lies on the eastern flank of the "Serra di Pignu" a mountain which rises to 960 m above sea level. This steep mountain with other hills around Bastia forms the typical terrain of Cap Corse.
Bastia is a commercial port town (the most important on Corsica) found to the north-east of the island. It is in an impressive location with the hills and Cap Corse behind the town. The town is now officially classified as a 'Town of Art and History' in France.
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The city of Bastia is located in the department of Haute-Corse of the french region Corse. The city of Bastia is located in the district of Bastia. The area code for Bastia is 2B033 (also known as code INSEE), and the Bastia zip code is 20600.