Worlds most interesting cemeteries

Cemeteries have always been mysterious places that have aroused the curiosity of all those that are passionate about scary things, however, there are several cemeteries around the world that have become true history encyclopedias over time, sights or unwritten books from which one can learn the culture of a place.

France, Argentina, the United States, Czech Republic and Romania are some of the countries that host the final resting place unique in the world, visited annually by thousands of tourists from all over the world, according to National Geographic.

Pere Lachaise, France

Pere Lachaise is situated in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. It was opened in 1804, covers 44 hectares and is the resting place for famous names such as Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf and many others. What makes this cemetery special is that it looks like a park, having even a map that can be taken for free from any of the entrances, and is always full of tourists.

The Happy Cemetery, Romania

The name comes from funny and satirical poems written on the multitude of brightly colored crosses. The cemetery dates from 1930 and is the creation of the artist Stan Ion Patras. What makes this cemetery more special than others, are more than 800 crosses inscribed with one bantered stage of the life of the deceased.

Saint Louis, Louisiana

Saint Louis Cemetery is located in New Orleans, Louisiana, and was opened in 1789. It is famous for the fact that the graves are not in the ground, but on the surface. This unusual thing happened because the city was situated below the sea level. Because digging a hole by an unspecialized person was not recommended, they resorted to this option.

Forest Lawn, Hollywood

Forest Lawn Cemetery is located just inside the Hollywood Hills and is strategically located with a look at the Tinseltown studios. Forest Lawn serves as the final resting place for such stars as Michael Jackson, Bette Davis and Liberace.

La Recoleta, Argentina

La Recoleta is an exclusivist cemetery from Buenos Aires. Most tourists come to the famous Eva Peron tomb to meditate. Among the many tombs there is also an impressive sculpture that embodies a bride who died in an avalanche during her honeymoon.

The Jewish Cemetery, Czech

The cemetery is right in Prague and it is a real history lesson. No less than 12,000 graves are in this cemetery, dating from the 15th century. Different symbols adorn the gravestones, to protect the Hebrew community in the city.