Chapel of the Père-Lachaise Cemetery, Neoclassical chapel in Père Lachaise Cemetery, France.
The cemetery chapel spans 22 meters in length and 11 meters in width, featuring classical architectural elements with symmetrical proportions and clean lines.
Architect Étienne-Hippolyte Godde constructed the chapel in 1823, marking a significant addition to Paris's largest cemetery during its early development phase.
The chapel received official recognition as a classified historical monument, representing the architectural heritage of early 19th-century Parisian religious structures.
Located in the 20th arrondissement of Paris, visitors can access the chapel through the main cemetery gates during regular operating hours.
The chapel stands at the former location of the Jesuit residence where Father François de la Chaise, Louis XIV's confessor, lived from 1665 to 1709.
Location: 20th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1823
Architects: Étienne-Hippolyte Godde
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Length: 22 m
Width: 11 m
GPS coordinates: 48.86120,2.39287
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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