22 incredible pictures of Corsica

Just off the south of France, and closer to the coast of Italy, the small, mountainous island of Corsica lies in wait for the three million tourists that visit its shores each year. Few places in Europe have such varied landscapes, from sweeping white-sand beaches and deep gorges, to towering mountains and otherworldly coastal cliffs. It's no wonder why our readers have voted Corsica one of the most beautiful places in Europe.

Corsica might just be your all-in-one European island break. Whether you've already visited, are planning to or have never even heard of Corsica, here are 23 pictures that'll give you some serious wanderlust.

Corte Citadel at sunrise

Bastia

Bay of Calvi

Notre Dame de la Serra perched on mountain, Calvi

Genoese tower at Punta Spanu

San Michele de Murato (Pisan church), Murato, Nebbio (Nebbiu)

Calanches de Piana

Speloncato from above, Balagne

Roccapina beach

Sunset over Bonifacio

Rondinara beach

Port de Girolata