Monumental Cemetery of Turin, National heritage cemetery in Turin, Italy
Description
The Monumental Cemetery of Turin is a national heritage site in Turin, Italy, covering approximately 60 hectares with a wide range of burial plots and sculptural works. The grounds are divided into several sections, including older areas with historic monuments and newer zones with contemporary burial layouts.
History
The site opened in 1827 under Mayor Tancredi Falletti di Barolo on land near the Half Moons area, where French forces had previously destroyed a park in 1706. The grounds later expanded in stages over the decades to meet the growing needs of the city.
Culture
Many tombs display intricate stone carvings and glass mosaics that reflect the craftsmanship of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Visitors also encounter small chapels and wrought-iron gates that illustrate the variety of local burial traditions.
Practical
The entrance is at Piazzale Falletti di Barolo 133/b and opens Tuesday through Sunday, with hours that shift between summer and winter periods. Pathways of gravel and cobblestone run throughout, so sturdy footwear helps when walking the grounds.
Did you know?
Emanuela Borgatta Dunnett has led specialized tours since 2011 that focus on women's stories and draw on detailed archival research. Her walks highlight lesser-known lives and social connections that often go unnoticed.
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