Alimos War Cemetery, Commonwealth military memorial in Alimos, Greece.
Alimos War Cemetery is a memorial site in South Athens containing graves and monuments for Commonwealth soldiers who died during World War II. The grounds feature neat rows of white headstones arranged across well-maintained lawns, accessible from Poseidonos Avenue in the Alimos area.
The cemetery was established to honor soldiers who died during combat in Greece and Crete in World War II. The graves come from various Commonwealth nations and reflect the scope of military operations across this region.
The cemetery serves as a meeting place where visitors encounter the shared history of soldiers from many nations who served in Greece. The maintained graves and monuments reflect how different countries honor their fallen.
The cemetery grounds are easily accessible by public transport, such as the tram to Pikrodafni station near the site. Wear comfortable shoes for walking, as the graves and memorials are spread across the property and there is much to see.
A separate section of the cemetery holds graves of soldiers and civilians who died in Greece after the Crimean War. These older burials show that the site has a longer history as a memorial and documents conflicts from different periods.
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