Porto-Vecchio - Prehistory

Prehistory

To the north of the commune is to be found the prehistoric site of Torré, which has given its name to the Torréen Culture. Dated to the Corsican Bronze Age, it features circular or semi-circular (abutting) citadels of stone.

In the direction of Figari, the hamlet of Ceccia also has prehistoric remains, and not far away is another Torréen site, Castellu di Tappa. Castellu d'Araghju is at 45 meters (148 ft), just above the village of Araggio. It has a circuit wall 2 meters (6 ft 7 in) thick and 4 meters (13 ft) high.

• Ancient path at Araghju

• Ancient path, different view

• View from the Bronze Age citadel at Araghju

• Casteddu d'Araghju

West of the commune is the prehistoric site of Tivulaghju.