Inaugurated in 2020, the Mantinum offers a unique view of Bastia's Old Port. This ultra-modern building stands in stark contrast to the Citadelle, a place steeped in history.
Its name «Mantinum» comes from the Romans, who called Bastia by this name.
Discover this new space! There are two options from the Old Port:
The most impatient will prefer to take the lift, which will take them effortlessly up to the upper town; ;
while the less hurried can take their time strolling through the narrow alleys of the Romieu garden before arriving on the vast esplanade of the Théâtre de Verdure.
No matter how you get there, once you're there you'll be captivated by this picture-postcard setting and the beauty of the panorama.
After a short break, continue your visit through the picturesque, colourful streets of the Citadel. Don't miss Saint Mary's Cathedral and the Oratory of the Holy Cross, a little gem in the Rococo style.
A visit to the Governors' Palace, home to Bastia's History Museum, is an essential part of your discovery tour.