Zavalnoye cemetery, Regional cultural heritage cemetery in Tobolsk, Russia.
Zavalnoye Cemetery is a burial ground in the northern section of Tobolsk with graves spanning multiple centuries. The site contains numerous tombstones from the 18th and 19th centuries, displaying different architectural styles and stonework techniques.
The cemetery was established in 1772 when Tobolsk needed burial grounds outside the city following directives from Peter the Great and Catherine II. In the 19th century it became the burial place for Decembrist revolutionaries who were exiled after their failed uprising.
The cemetery serves as a resting place for people of historical importance, including Decembrist revolutionaries. The way graves are arranged and marked reflects how Tobolsk residents honored their deceased across different eras.
The cemetery is located in the northern part of Tobolsk and is accessible via marked pathways. Sturdy footwear is recommended as the grounds can be uneven or wet depending on the season.
Some of the graves belong to notable Decembrists such as Alexander Muraviev and Wilhelm Kuchelbecker. These resting places are situated near the Church of Seven Sleepers and form an important part of the cemetery's history.
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