The capital city of Buenos Aires boasts of numerous exciting attractions and experiences for locals and tourists alike. Possibly, one of the quirkiest yet gorgeous attractions would be the La Recoleta Cemetery. If you think that this is a typical run-of-the-mill type cemetery, then you are grave-ly (sic) mistaken!
Visiting a cemetery might be no one's idea of having a good time, but the enormous Recoleta Cemetery is one of the top tourist attractions in Buenos Aires and for good reason undoubtedly. Established in 1822 and spread over 14 acres, the cemetery is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful in the world, is the final resting place of influential and important Argentinians. Unlike usual cemetery, the place has carved pillars intricate artwork and around 6400 graves all constructed with a unique architectural style. Famous writers, Nobel winners, politicians, businessmen, and several other notable people have been honored with some of the most lavish tombs erected for the dead. The most famous personality in the cemetery is unsurprisingly Eva Peron. Bizzare, atmospheric and eerie, Recoleta Cemetery is not something you will forget in a hurry.
What sets this cemetery apart from its counterparts is that the graves are built above ground. In 1822, this site was declared an official public burial place. It is like no other cemetery that you have seen before. Apart from the gorgeous graves, the cemetery has numerous intricately carved scrollwork and splendid pillars.Over 6,400 graves call this place their resting home. Each grave is built in a different architectural style, ranging from temples of Greece to the cathedrals of Baroque-style. All the structures are tall enough to only reach up to one’s shoulder. The whole ambience is out of worldly. This beautiful cemetery is the resting place of numerous famous personalities. Some of them include former presidents of the country, Eva Perón, Nobel Prize winners, as well as one of the granddaughters of Napoleon Bonaparte.
It is just 2.3 km from the city centre. People prefer going on foot to this place.
Sunday: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m..
Saturday: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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