Matzleinsdorf Protestant Cemetery, Protestant cemetery in Favoriten, Austria
The Matzleinsdorf Protestant Cemetery is a burial ground in Favoriten with pathways lined by trees throughout the grounds. Gravestones and monuments from different periods are scattered across the landscape.
Emperor Franz Joseph I issued a decree in 1858 that permitted denomination-specific cemeteries to be established. This decision led to the creation of this burial site for the Protestant community.
The Christuskirche chapel displays Byzantine architectural features including a central dome and golden mosaics. The chapel represents the religious diversity that this burial ground reflects for the community.
The cemetery is open during regular hours and provides informational signage throughout the grounds. Visitors can navigate the burial ground comfortably and find orientation assistance.
The cemetery contains the graves of German actor Heinrich Anschütz and Austrian philosopher Otto Weininger among other notable figures. These burials make it a site of historical and intellectual importance.
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