12... Most Beautiful Cemeteries in the World

Not all cemeteries inspire fear. Below are 12 cemeteries that surprise everyone with their stunning scenery that attracts visitors, recommended by travel site Skyscanner

[blue]Arlington National Cemetery (Arlington County, Virginia, USA)[/blue]

With a vast area, Arlington is the resting place for thousands of soldiers killed in action during wars and conflicts throughout American history.

Looking from the hilltop, you will be overwhelmed by the cemetery's beauty. President Kennedy's grave, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, and the Iwo Jima Memorial are three landmarks you should visit when coming to Arlington.

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Père Lachaise Cemetery (Paris, France)[/blue]

Père Lachaise is the burial place of famous figures such as singer Jim Morrison, writer Oscar Wilde, and painter Delacroix. It is also the largest cemetery in Paris, with over 70,000 graves.

What is special is that Parisians always regard this place as a green park for relaxation and rest.

[blue]Highgate Cemetery (London, England)[/blue]

Highgate Cemetery is one of the wonderful destinations in the city of London. This is the burial place of legendary figures such as Karl Marx, George Eliot, Michael Faraday, and the family of author Charles Dickens.

Wild nature is the highlight at Highgate and always leaves an unforgettable impression on visitors.

[blue]Old Jewish Cemetery (Prague, Czech Republic)[/blue]

The cemetery is always in a state of overcrowding with graves layered upon each other and covered in moss, leaving a strong impression on tourists.

Although there are 12,000 headstones, it is estimated that over 100,000 Muslims were buried right beneath the cemetery.

[blue]Luarca Cemetery (Asturias, Spain)[/blue]

Luarca Cemetery, located in northern Spain, boasts a prime location with a direct view of the Cantabrian Sea.

The poetic scenery is truly ideal for visitors to immerse themselves in the sound of crashing waves, warm breezes, and the gentle scent of flora.

[blue]Recoleta Cemetery (Buenos Aires, Argentina)[/blue]

Recoleta Cemetery is likened to a work of art, serving as the resting place for famous figures in Argentina with straight rows of tombs and elaborately decorated mausoleums.

Recoleta enjoys a fairly quiet location, highlighted by a circular central hall surrounded by beautiful sculptural architecture.

[blue]Vienna Central Cemetery (Austria)[/blue]

Vienna Central Cemetery is the second largest in Europe after Hamburg, playing an important role for the Austrian capital.

Covering an area of over 2.5 square kilometers, it is the burial site of musical geniuses Beethoven, Schubert, Salieri, Brahms, and Strauss.

Visitors should not miss the Art Nouveau church with grand architecture by architect Otto Wagner.

[blue]St. Louis Cemetery (New Orleans, Louisiana, USA)[/blue]

The most unique feature of St. Louis Cemetery is that tombs are placed above ground because the city of New Orleans lies below sea level.

The intricate and elaborate tomb architecture makes visitors feel as if they are stepping into a city of the dead. It is also the resting place of Marie Laveau, the famous Voodoo queen.

[blue]Merry Cemetery (Săpânța town, Romania)[/blue]

The Merry Cemetery is unlike any cemetery you have ever visited.

The colorful tomb decorations make this place look nothing like a typical cemetery. Each headstone is also engraved with a humorous quote describing the life of the deceased.

The talented artist Stan Ioan Pătraș, who decorated most of the 800 graves, also rests here.

[blue]American Military Cemetery (Colleville-sur-Mer town, France)[/blue]

The town of Colleville-sur-Mer features a landmark of significant historical importance from World War II: the American military cemetery. This is the resting place of American soldiers killed in action in Europe during wartime.

Situated atop a cliff overlooking Omaha Beach, the cemetery covers an area of 70 hectares with over 9,000 graves.

[blue]Staglieno Cemetery (Genoa, Italy)[/blue]

Artistic sculptures are the standout highlight of Staglieno Cemetery in the city of Genoa. In use since 1851, Staglieno is one of Europe's major cemeteries.

Don't forget to admire the marble statue Angel of Monteverde and stroll around the unique garden designed by Italian architect Carlo Barabino.

[blue]Lone Fir Cemetery (Portland, Oregon, USA)[/blue]

Lone Fir Cemetery in Portland holds great historical value.

More than just a resting place for the deceased, Lone Fir is also an open-air museum and an ecological garden with romantic scenery as autumn arrives.

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