Valley of the Tomb, Former grave site in Sane Valley, Saint Helena
The Valley of the Tomb contains a rectangular plot marked by iron railings, surrounded by cypress trees and native vegetation within a green landscape.
Napoleon Bonaparte remained at this burial location from 1821 to 1840, until French authorities transferred his remains to Les Invalides in Paris.
The empty tomb represents the end of French imperial power and marks a period of British dominance in the nineteenth century.
Visitors reach the site through a 3-kilometer path from Jamestown, with guided tours available through the Saint Helena Tourist Office.
The British government installed a guard station near the grave to monitor French visitors who made pilgrimages to pay respects to their former emperor.
Location: Saint Helena
GPS coordinates: -15.95577,-5.70051
Latest update: May 21, 2025 14:22
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