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Wednesday, March 3, 2010

More about graveyards - La Recoleta Cemetery, Buenos Aires, Argentina

La Recoleta Cemetery is the most famous graveyard that is located in Recoleta neighbourhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The cemetery was designed by the French engineer Próspero Catelin, and later it was remodeled in 1881 by the Italian architect Juan Antonio Buschiazzo.

The Cemetery includes graves of some of the most influential and important Argentinians which include some presidents, scientists, and wealthy people. For example, Eva Perón is the most well-known person who is buried in this cemetery.

What makes it more interesting than any other cemetary is its marbel mausoleums which are decorated with statues in different architectural styles. The entire cemetery is divided in sections which look like city blocks with wide tree-lined sidewalks.

To visit this great place choose an apartment in Buenos Aires.

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