The prehistoric site at Palaghju is found near Tizzani, inland from Sartene in south-west Corsica. it is also referred to as the 'Palaggiu alignment'.
It is the largest array of menhirs and megaliths to be found in the Mediterranean region.
Explore Palaghju
Dating back almost 4000 years, in total there are some 258 megaliths and 70 menhirs, a few seemingly randomly placed but mostly carefully placed in long lines of standing stones - the rows typically running from north to south..
Only a few of the stones are carved, Filitosa style, and some have fallen down, but it remains an impressive alignment and a great place to reflect on the way life might have been in another era, and to speculate on what purpose the array originally served.
Places to Visit Nearby
Our visit to Filitosa was one of the highlights of our trip to Corsica. The menhirs at Filitosa are carved and there are a large number spread over a large and attractive site.
Sartene is a lovely small town set on the top of a hill and with a charming old town of narrow alleys and paved streets.
If you are looking for beaches then the nearby town of Propriano is a small resort close to some good beaches and has an attractive marina full of small yachts and fishing boats.
You can find more local travel ideas in the South Corsica guide,
Find Sartene (or elsewhere) hotels
Reserve excursions near Palaghju
Map of Palaghju and places to visit
Palaghju places to visit
Sartene
Sartene in Corsica is in a scenic position on a hilltop with an interesting old town and impressive views
Sartene guide
Propriano
Propriano is a town popular for its easy access to great beaches, stunning scenery and mountains
Propriano guide
Filitosa
Filitosa is a very interesting collection of neolithic carvings and standing stones in an attractive setting
Filitosa guide
Bavella
The Col de Bavella is a mountain pass and series of rocky spires to the north-west of Porto-Vecchio
Bavella guide
Porto-Vecchio
Porto Vecchio has an attractive marina and old town and easy access to stunning beaches
Porto-Vecchio guide
Bonifacio
An ancient town with a dramatic cliff-top setting. Bonifacio is a highlight of any visit to Corsica
Bonifacio guide
