Cimetière du Père-Lachaise
16 rue du Repos, Paris, France 75020Map
8 Boulevard de Ménilmontant
+33 1 7128 5082
Neighborhood: 20th Arrondissement
Overview
Paris' most famous cemetery gets its name from Louis XIV's religious adviser, who previously owned the property. In 1804, the city decided to turn the land into a cemetery, the Cimetière du Père-Lachaise. Famous people buried here include authors Marcel Proust, Oscar Wilde and Honoré de Balzac, and singers Edith Piaf and Jim Morrison (whose grave is one of the most visited). Among the many 19th-century sculptures and monuments is the Mur des Fédérés, which was placed in memory of the 147 rebels shot here on May 28, 1871 during the Paris Commune. Hours are seasonal.
- Open Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 06:00 PM, Saturday from 08:30 AM to 06:00 PM, Sunday from 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM
- Type:
Attractions & Landmarks, Parks, Gardens & Cemeteries
- Nearest Train: Philippe Auguste
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