The Algajola Chateau-fort or U Castellu was built at the beginning of the 16th century just before 1531 on the ruins of the Lomellini Tower (Genoese nobility) to be the residence of the Governor of Balagne for Genoa until 1764.
It is now privately owned.
The chateau has been classified as a historical monument since 15 July 1965.

The small Port of San Damiano.
It is located 7 km west of L'Île-Rousse and 15 km from Calvi.
It is sheltered by the Punta San Damiano from frequent strong winds from north to west.
Once a Roman port it was abandoned at the end of the 6th century until the 12th century when there was the construction of a defensive tower.
After that trade and fishing activities resumed.
In 1620 the port was the second port of the island.
Today Algajola has the small fishing port of San Damaiano but without all-year fishermen.

The Citadel.
Algajola was an advanced Genovese position for a long time before Calvi.
Today the small fortress is well maintained and has as attractive silhouette with its protruding watchtower.
The Algajola Chateau-fort or U Castellu was built at the beginning of the 16th century just before 1531 on the ruins of the Lomellini Tower (Genoese nobility) to be the residence of the Governor of Balagne for Genoa until 1764. It is now privately owned. The chateau has been classified as a historical monument since 15 July 1965.
The small Port of San Damiano. It is located 7 km west of L'Île-Rousse and 15 km from Calvi. It is sheltered by the Punta San Damiano from frequent strong winds from north to west. Once a Roman port it was abandoned at the end of the 6th century until the 12th century when there was the construction of a defensive tower. After that trade and fishing activities resumed. In 1620 the port was the second port of the island. Today Algajola has the small fishing port of San Damaiano but without all-year fishermen.
The Citadel. Algajola was an advanced Genovese position for a long time before Calvi. Today the small fortress is well maintained and has as attractive silhouette with its protruding watchtower.
Algajola