Cannes Cemetery, Cemetery in Cannes, France
Cannes Cemetery, also known as Cimetière du Grand Jas, is a cemetery in Cannes, France. It covers nine hectares on terraces and contains a main entrance with a stone structure and a brown door, as well as a English square and a military section.
The cemetery opened in 1866, replacing older burial grounds in Cannes. It was designed with landscaped terraces and has since become the final resting place for many notable figures from the 19th and 20th centuries.
The English square is a distinct area where many British residents are buried, and it is dominated by a statue of Lord Brougham, who played a role in the founding of Cannes. Visitors can also see the graves of famous figures such as Prosper Mérimée and Klaus Mann.
The cemetery is open every day, with longer hours from April to September and shorter hours in winter. The main entrance is on Allée du Cimetière, and the site is served by the Cimetière bus stop; allow extra time to explore the terraces and paths.
The cemetery is also the largest park in Cannes, with many trees and flower decorations. It is sometimes called the Père Lachaise of Cannes because of its many famous graves.
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