Month: August 2025
Memento Mori: The Dark Beauty of Death Imagery in Cemeteries
Death, though inevitable, has always been one of humanity’s greatest obsessions. We write about it, fear it, laugh at it nervously, and above all, attempt to immortalise it in stone. Cemeteries, those silent libraries of lives once lived, are far more than final resting places—they are outdoor galleries of art, philosophy, and symbolism. Among their
The Rise of Garden Cemeteries: A Revolution in Burial Design
Cemeteries have not always been the serene, tree-lined parks we stroll through today. In fact, for centuries, the dead were crammed around churches in overcrowded graveyards where space was scarce, smells were abundant, and aesthetics were not exactly a priority. Then, in the early 19th century, a quiet revolution began—one that transformed burial grounds into
How to Plan a Cemetery Tour: Tips for Enthusiasts & Researchers
Cemeteries aren’t just resting places for the dead; they are sprawling archives of human history, silent galleries of art, and open-air anthropology museums. Planning a cemetery tour—whether for research, education, or pure curiosity—is a bit like preparing for an archaeological dig. You need the right tools, the right mindset, and a healthy respect for the
Vampires, Witches & Restless Spirits: Cemetery Folklore Around the World
What is it about cemeteries that makes the imagination spark? Even in broad daylight, there’s something palpably eerie about the stillness, the chill in the air, and the quiet murmur of names etched in stone. Across cultures and centuries, cemeteries have been more than resting places for the dead—they’ve been theaters of the strange and