I was at the cemetery recently for the 2nd time in years. It's a beautiful place to explore and ponder the mysteries of life and death. My only caveat is to be careful with one of the tour guides who stands out at the entrance. His name is Ivan. While he was very informative, he was also a scam artist who invited us to have drinks and/or a barbecue at his associate's home and to sell us antiques. He set off my radar immediately, so take precautions. read more

At pere Lachaise I was able to see the grave of one of my high school and college heros, Jim Morrison. We took a guided tour through the cemetary and saw many creative headstones. If you want to see Jim Morrisons grave take a guided tour. This is a huge cemetery, the largest in Europe and there is a lot of other interesting things there as well. If you like the Doors or headstones in general visit here. read more

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Of my 5 visits to Paris, I've been here 3 times. This most current visit was the quickest as it started to rain as soon as we entered. Our biggest mistake was not taking a photo of the map as soon as we entered. We ended up bumping into a couple of Americans with a map so we ended up getting a snap of theirs. We didn't really have a solid plan. All I knew was that I wanted to see Jimmy and that's it. We ended up on quite the adventure finding Jimmy. It seemed like we walked in circles. The great thing about this cemetery is that there are so many famous people interred here. And many notable families. With that said, you'll see some elaborate tombstones. You do see a few employees walking the grounds. They all walk around during closing time, ringing their bells to let you know they're about to close so you better skidaddle or you'll be locked in. I'm going to do a walking tour the next time I'm in town so I can cover more ground. I'm always so overwhelmed when I'm there It is however super sad to see the graves that are clearly unattended, sometimes looking like they've been abandoned. read more

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pretty interesting spot. not a ton of people i knew but you can just kind of wander and look at the grave types.

We love visiting visiting cemeteries with historical significance and Pere Lachaise has all those bases covered.......Oscar Wilde, Balzac, Jim Morrison......etc. Absolutely breathtaking. BEAUTIFUL. Free! You can spend hours here. Wear comfortable walking shoes because Pere Lachaise is gigantic and some of the paths at elevated parts of the cemetery are difficult terrain. Loved it. Would go back a hundred times if I could. Much like most outdoor spaces we visited in Paris, there is no trash here. Perfectly maintained property. read more

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Read enough of my reviews, and you will see I enjoy visiting cemeteries, big or small. When I heard this cemetery provides walking tours, I was thrilled. This cemetery sorely needs them, considering how big the grounds are and how historic it is. I could go on and drone about how this is the final resting place for such famous internees like Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, and Marcel Marceau, but that would not be doing this review justice. This cemetery is more than that. It is more than just graves and tombs mausoleums. It is a place for reflection and healing, and with all the memorials and unique stones, it is hard pressed to walk out of here somber. This is a place of peace, tranquility, and relaxation. There were times I walked through and it was so quiet that I forgot I was outside the walls of one of the greatest cities in the world. For 90 minutes, I felt one around many of the deceased. It was such a surreal feeling. The main cemetery gates are right near the Metro so it is very easy to get here. Explore, but do not exhume. Enjoy, but do not desecrate. read more

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I spent part of my final day in Paris visiting the Pere Lachaise cemetery. This was an easy travel for me as there's direct access via the 2 or 3 Metro lines. Both get you out right in front of the cemetery entrance. It's free to enter, but you are lucky enough to receive a map upon entrance. This was useful to help me navigate to the most important tombs. Of course, there are tombs of less famous people too. I did witness family members lay some flowers on a specific tomb site. There is also an active crematorium, so I'd be a bit mindful when walking around the cemetery. There is obviously a solemn nature when navigating around. Some of the more notable tombs include Anna Karina, Frederic Chopin, Oscar Wilde, and the infamous Jim Morrison. As for the latter, it's a little bit hidden now around some scaffolding, so don't presume that it's undergoing repairs (it isn't!). I spent about an hour and half here. It was worth the metro trip. read more

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Pere Lachaise is the kind of place you could spend a lifetime exploring and see something different every single time. Of course there are lots of notable people buried there, but beyond that, I enjoyed the architectural details of some of the graves. The exquisite wrought iron decor, the stained glass, the (in some cases) intricate stone work, the crosses, Stars of David, etc. all intermingled together. If you have the interest and time this is a nice way to pass an hour or two. read more

Great visit to the dead people. Those are the famous people even on their past. This is cemetery that is for many famous people see me of them you will recognize. It has over hundred people that are contributing to the society in the world. The name include scientists, performers, inventors, doctors, artists, and more. Some of the great name include James Morrison. He has the most flower on his tomb. The other include Fred Chopin, Rossini, and more. Some tomb got visit by name worshiper. Some famous people not even have flower. Some tomb decorated well. The visit can be range from hour to half days. Depend what you want to see. The entrance is free. The entrance is at the northwest of the cemetery. It has map with the plot you can identify. If not I took the picture of the lot with name that you can use. read more

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I went because I know my wife like this macabre stuff like the catacombs. But this cemetery is incredible. Saw Jim Morrison's grave as well as Chopin, Edith Piaf, Moliere, and Oscar Wilde.... Definitely worth a stroll. read more

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I've written more than 350 Yelp reviews but this is my first one on a Cemetery. It's very fitting since Cimetiere du Pere Lachaise is probably one of the most famous cemeteries in the world. If you're in Paris, I would recommend spending a half-day at Pere Lachaise. It's easily accessible via the metro. We started at the Place de Clichy metro and took the blue line directly to Pere Lachaise. It's free to enter but it is super important to note where you entered and what time you entered. Why? Once inside, there is so much to look at, revere, and walk that you instantly lose track of time. Looking at maps beforehand was helpful and the map at the entrance is sort of helpful. The map you want is https://www.api-site.paris.fr/paris/public/2018%2F9%2FCPLMapEN.pdf We went first thing in the morning around 9 am and entered on Blvd de Menilmontant parallel to where the Metro station and entered through the main entrance. I cannot emphasize this enough. While everyone wants to see Jim Morrison, Oscar Wilde, Chopin, and Edith Pilaf, there's history, art, and reverence, everywhere. There are a lot of commemorative monuments that should not be missed. My uncle is buried in Pere Lachaise and I did stop, give pause, and remember the times we shared. Plan accordingly and take a stroll through Pere Lachaise. It's an unforgettable experience and highly recommended plus it's free read more

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My hotel was 45 min walk from the cemetery so on my last day in Paris I had to get my steps n go visit to pay my respects to the dead. As you stroll around you can't help but think of your own mortality. It's quite beautiful n peaceful well maintained. Lots of famous people buried here including Jim Morrison. It's a good think I was walking during the day. It can feel creepy at night. read more

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I do a lot of photography in cemeteries, mostly in New Orleans and Italy but for those into funerary architecture or effigy statuary this is THE place. First of all its huge, and build on a hillside so lots of walking up and down. The landscape is interesting with lots of trees and its not the usual cemetery built on a grid so space is deceptive. Plenty of famous folks buried here and if that your interest, get a map sold outside the entrance. Admission is free and it all seemed safe enough when I was there. Like most of Paris there was a clean free toilet also inside the cemetery. A terrific way to spend an afternoon or morning just walking around. read more

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I am giving this review five stars because anything bad was out of their control and entirely my fault. The first was that we entered from the wrong side of the cemetery for our audio tour. If you pair that with the fact that we were already running behind (did not realize what the exact cutoff time was). So our journey consisted of fast paced walking with a x2 tour and going uphill in order to do that. The tombs were quite fascinating. But my family is from New Orleans, so some of the ornate aspects were not as impressive. What was more impressive were the people that were buried there. And the history. I had no idea that it was not famous until they marketed it by moving famous people there. The staff was aggressive when it was time to shut down. But that is very similar to the Paris persona and the fact that we were running behind and I get trying to get the hell home after work. But my number one goal in going was to see Jim Morrison's grave. Which I did not think one of the guards was going to let us. But fortunately she had a lot of grace and said it was fine. Another reason this is five and not four stars. I won't call this experience beautiful compared to many things I saw in Europe. But it's interest level is very high for my personality. read more

A must see in Paris. It's a massive cemetery with many famous people from around the world buried here like Oscar Wilde, Jim Morrison, Chopin and many famous French people and families. You can easily get lost here and I could spend days exploring this space. It's tranquil and a time for remembering. read more

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Cemeteries are so interesting. This one is probably the most. Established in 1804 as the city graveyards and catacombs were filling, Napoleon created three cemeteries that were outside of the city. Of course now the city has grown around them. This is the largest and most visited cemetery in the world. The cobblestone roads as the autumn leaves fell from the large old trees was so park like. Hard to believe it was a cemetery. Until you start discovering the unique mausoleums and stones. Here some of the most intriguing people are buried. A Russian princess with a bizarre death story. Jim Morrison of the Doors. Chopin. Oscar Wilde. Two lovers that were never allowed to be together. My favorite, that we stumbled upon was a giant camera inside a mausoleum. The owner has not yet passed and is a famous French photographer. It's huge. But save some time and wander a portion of it. The dates will amaze you. read more

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Beautiful cemetery in Paris that holds many famous artists, musicians, writers, and more. (Chopin, Oscar Wilde, Eugène Delacroix, Molière, Proust, Honoré de Balzac, Edith Piaf...) A poster with a QR code near the entrance leads to a map that divides the area into zones. My family and I spent an afternoon wandering the different graves and visiting historical sites such as the Communards' Wall. It's a peaceful and tranquil spot that demands a visit!! read more

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Second time visiting. Amazing place to take a break from the city and be someplace more quiet and peaceful. Would recommend going in early morning. No one was here. It's a peaceful stroll. Jim Morrison's grave is here. Also, Oscar Wilde and Frederic Chopin. Some others too. Many of these graves are old, especially the ones with sculptures that turned greenish. read more

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When my daughter and I stayed in Paris a week our hotel was very close to the Pere Lachaise Cemetery. We wanted to visit many cemeteries and other sites. We definitely were not leaving Paris without letting me visit the grave of Jim Morrison. After I took a photo of the grave my daughter took one of me beside the grave. I colored my hair back then and it looks like I had my eyebrows done. Hahaha To make a long story short, this is a beautiful cemetery. We were in spirit paradise. The history and influential spirits residing here gave us a sense of exultation! How's that for descriptive! I told my daughter that I enjoyed the cemeteries she wanted to visit, but, if I had to decide to return for a second visit, I would return to Pere Lachaise. If you're like me and my daughter this is a MUST visit while in Paris! PS When I first started Yelping I reviewed all the Paris Cemeteries and sights I visited. I'm wondering what happened to all the reviews! It gets harder as I get older. My precious memories are fading!! read more

Cimetière du Père Lachaise - Jim Morrison Grave Photo I took November 2003. Posted 05/10/19 - Funeral Services & Cemeteries Near Me - Paris, 75

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I never would've thought of going to a cemetery as a 'thing to do', but I have been proven otherwise. This cemetery is beautiful.. & huge! I went with a tour group & after 3 hours we'd only seen a fraction of the place. There is so much history here.. it's a must visit! read more

Cimetière du Père Lachaise - Rossini isn't buried there, but this remains as a shrine for those who want to play their respects. - Funeral Services & Cemeteries Near Me - Paris, 75

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Been here a few times to pay respect to a few of my favorite famous celebs. There's too many to list here. However, 2 of my most favorite are Colette and of course, James Douglas "Jim" Morrison of the Doors!! This is a must tourist spot if you ever come to Paris, France. Highly recommend it. read more

Wonderful very old cemetery with very famous people buried here. I went specifically to see the great Jim Morrison. Ended up walking around most of the cemetery as the old graves, some from the 1700's were very interesting. Also saw Chopin's grave, a famous composer who died in the 1800's. RIP Jim.. read more

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This is the most famous graveyard in Paris. I went here to see where Jim Morrison was buried. Sadly, it had been vandalized with a lot of graffiti. But, I was still glad to see it. Chopin is also buried here. The brilliant Oscar Wilde is here too. I didn't realize Wilde was here when I went. They ended up having to move Jim Morrison eventually due to the vandals. read more

On my trip to Paris, one of the things I wanted to do was find Jim Morrison's grave site at Cimetiere du Pere Lachaise. In addition to Jim Morrison, Moliere, Chopin, Edith Piaf and Oscar Wilde are buried there. It is the most visited cemetery in the entire world. It was a little difficult to find a specific site you may be looking for but it is enjoyable walking all through the cemetery. On most days you can follow the crowd and be led to Jim Morrison's grave site. Visitors often put chewing gum on the tree by the grave site as a snub to authority and to stay I was there. I did. If you're ever in Paris, it is nice to spend an afternoon I. The peace and quiet of the cemetery and catch up with some old friends. read more

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The bones are the skeletons' money In our world, bones equal dollars That's why they're coming out tonight To get their bones from you The skeletons will pull your hair Up, but not out All they want is another chance at life They've never seen so much food as this Underground there's half as much food as this And the worms are their money The bones are their dollars And it was also the night that the skeletons came to life The bones are their money So are the worms They pull your hair up, but not out To turn into a man and have another chance at life But if they pull it out they turn to bones read more

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Cemeteries are not for the dead but a place for the living. This is an incredible cemetery in the heart of Paris where many famous names now lie. Among them are Composer Frederic Chopin, Actress Sarah Bernhardt, Writer Oscar Wilde, Singer Edith Piaf, Singer Jim Morrison among many others. If you don't have a particular grave in mind and are just here to walk the grounds, be sure to have on comfortable walking shoes that are slip resistant. There are many cobblestones and big steps along the way. It is also an extremely large cemetery so be sure to have a bottled water with you to stay hydrated along the way. It is very peaceful here but also you will see many families tending to family graves. It is an amazing look into the history of Paris and how they honor the dead. The architecture and individuality of the gravestones is magnificent; hauntingly beautiful. Happy exploring! read more

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Fabulous tour, so interesting & informative. Our tour guide Carol knew great stories about so many graves, and really knew her way around. A definitely great thing to do when in Paris. Can't believe I'd never gone before. Excellent morning spent there. read more

Today after 4 tries to Paris, my partner, his family and I finally made our way to this place. Located in the 20th arrondissement, Père Lachaise cemetery takes its name from King Louis XIV's confessor, Father François d'Aix de La Chaise. One would take the metro to Père Lachaise station on the M2. The pathways inside the cemetery are laid out in cobblestones. Some of the areas were steep and hilly. Many famous figures from the 70,000 burial plots are buried such as Edith Piaf, Frédéric Chopin, Molière to name a few. However one famous American singer, songwriter, musician and poet under James Douglas Morrison (Jim Morrison) we came to see. He was the lead singer of the rock group, the Door. Located in Section 6, there were several people paying homage at his grave. This place is very popular as we've seen many here on a Sunday at this tranquil place. If you are in the area, this would be a great place to visit as it's off of the beaten path. read more

I have always liked Pere-Lachaise cemetery. It is a unique place with ornate headstones and a lot of history. I went there to specifically see Jim Morrison and Oscar Wilde's grave site. It is really so much more than a cemetery. It has a great history. Check it out when your in Paris. read more

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A must to visit when in Paris, beautiful place. every time I come here I discover something new. read more

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This place is one of the most visited and photographed places in the world. After going there, I know why. It is beautiful! I think I stayed here for about 3 or 4 hours and still didn't see most of the cemetery so be sure to spend a lot of time here! They have a lot of big names but even for people I had no idea who they were, all the tombstones and everything was just gorgeous! Highly recommend. read more

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It's pretty hard to go to Paris and *not* visit one of its many beautiful cemeteries. This is one of, if not the most famous cemeteries in the world; certainly the most visited. And of course if you're going to this cemetery, you have to visit Jim Morrison's grave, no? I think you're contractually obligated to do so. So naturally I did. You can't get all that close to it (and it's well guarded from vandals and such), but you can get close enough to take a pic of the headstone. What's not okay is putting your backpack, or worse, standing on others' graves to get a photo. I really had a hard time witnessing such utter disrespect. It's a cemetery! It's still a final resting place, so have some consideration, people. Would you want your family member's grave shown such disregard? Anyway, the cemetery is just so hauntingly beautiful and peaceful. Tons of winding paths, elaborate sepulchers, and thousands of trees. There are a lot of graves and markers in disrepair; while this is sad, it's just a stark reminder that when you die, and people stop giving a f*ck, your grave will eventually turn to shit. Beyond Jim Morrison, there are lots of other famous people buried here: Edith Piaf, Oscar Wilde, Maria Callas, Isadora Duncan, Chopin, Proust, Modigliani, and many others. I also happened upon the grave of a beautiful young woman who died in the Paris terror attacks in 2015. Quite simply, you should really visit this stunning place at least once. read more

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It seems strange to give a cemetery anything less than five stars, am I right? While traveling abroad, my gal pal wanted to pay tribute to Jim Morrison. He's buried here and we made the trek through this beautiful cemetery. Word on the street is that he was only able to be buried here because they claimed he was a poet. I don't know if that is true or not, but that's word on the street so it must be true. I'm not a big Morrison fan, especially having heard he wasn't the best guy but I'm so glad we walked through this place. It's like a city of the dead. Tombs build high like small houses. Cobblestone roads. Beautiful landscape. There is so much history here and holds Oscar Wilde and Chopin, just to name a few. Highly recommend getting lost in here. But only during the daytime. This place could get really spooky!! read more

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Awesome place. If you love visiting old cemeteries then you'll love this one for sure. It has a number of famous people here, which includes Jim Morrison if The Doors. Only thing that I didn't like was that visitors to Jim's grave throughout the years have not been respectful of the graves and crypts that surround that area. But it seems that now they are stating to do better by putting up metal barricades and more surveillance. read more

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A must visit for any fan of history, music, philosophy, and the arts of past glitterati. The grounds are utterly beautiful and peaceful, but imbued with so much character. It truly is a scavenger hunt for famous icon graves and headstones. I came unprepared, expecting to find maps for purchase on site, but I learned quickly that I pretty much had to rely on google maps to navigate to various graves. There is a QR code you can scan to pull up a cemetary map, but that one they provide you is utterly useless. Google Maps was my lifesaver. Come prepared with appropriate footwear. I loved my hours exploring there and am super proud to say that I saw every single gravesite of the people I wanted to see. What an adventure. read more

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Although it's far from the city, it's definitely worth the visit to pay your respects to some of the most talented people that have existed. The best and most affordable way to go there is by metro which is very near the cemetery. And once you enter there will be a map but I personally used Google maps for it was very useful, and it takes you directly to the person you want to see. Although many people like to visit Jim Morrison I'm personally not a fan, so I skipped him and the first person I went to pay my respects to was the great chanteuse Édith Piaf, who was quite easy to find for there were people around her tomb and many flowers and pictures. On the way to Édith Piaf's tomb there are many tombs with highly beautiful sculptures, almost all of them you might want to take a look at. I took random pictures of random ones because they were so interesting looking, and when I went back home I found out many of those tombs were of influential people such as Miguel Angel Asturias who had a Mayan stone on his tomb. Near Édith Piaf's tomb was the former tomb of Ettore Bugatti as it's indicated online that it was moved, who founded the automobile company Bugatti. The next person I went to pay my respects to was the Irish playwright Oscar Wilde who after being convicted in England of "gross indecency" and sentenced to two years in jail fled to France where he died. On his tomb he had a statue of an angel that was inspired by his story The Sphinx and by the winged Assyrian bulls. Due to some people who started kissing the tomb and putting graffiti, Irelands Office of Public Works which considers the tomb an Irish monument, paid to have it cleaned up and put a glass barrier. Now people kiss the glass barrier and throw flowers and pictures over it. Afterwards, I paid my respects to Sarah Bernhardt one of the first prominent actresses and Frédéric Chopin, one of the best composers who wrote mostly for the piano and had the statue of Euterpe, the Muse of Music, on his tomb. There were many other great people I didn't get a chance to see such as: Marcel Marceau, Maria Callas, Yves Montand, Molière, Honoré de Balzac and more. Don't forget to make a list and go pay respects to your favorite people, as it is a very big cemetery. read more

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For me no visit to Paris is complete without making my way to the beautiful Pere Lachaise and paying my respects to Jim. After a short ride on the Metro I found myself outside the cemetery where I stopped in at a local florist for a few roses and a map, which you'll need because this place is huge. You'll also want to wear some good walking shoes. With my Doors playlist going I winded my way along the cobblestone paths searching for the grave of the man that made such an impression on me. I found the Greek inscription on his rather simple headstone (compared to the ostentatious ones you'll see all over here) to be perfect. KATA TON DAIMONA EAYTOY, which his father intended to mean "faithful to his own spirit". I left the roses for Jim and went about exploring other parts of Europe's most famous cemetery. This place really is something to see. The call of the ravens added an eerie feeling as I sought out Oscar Wilde, Moliere, Chopin, Gertrude Stein, Pissarro and Modigliani. The Blue Bus is calling us... read more

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It seems odd that a cemetery is a tourist spot, but it's important to remember the people who came before us that have made the world what it is today. Several very famous people are laid to rest here. Of course, Oscar Wilde and Jim Morrison, but you may want to stop and visit Maria Callas (opera singer), Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas (marijuana activist and subject of a Peter Sellers film), Édith Piaf (singer), Chopin (composer), Molière (playwright and actor) and many more. There are also many sites that are tribute to those who lost their lives in conflicts around the world and many airplane incidents. Several memorials to various Holocaust concentration camps will certainly haunt your dreams for a while. Tips: - You'd think Père Lachaise station is the place to start, but you'll spend the whole time going uphill. You're better going one more stop on the Métro to Gambetta, and you can spend most of your time going downhill. - The florist shops outside the Cimetiere will sell you a map for €2. It's well worth it! The map is marked with the more famous sites and will help you get around. Note that most of the cemetery is cobblestones. Wear comfortable shoes and step carefully. If it's raining, consider coming back another day. And a suggestion: This is an active cemetery, so please be respectful. There are families who may be visiting their own relatives and perhaps a funeral is underway. read more

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It seems like most of the folks who visit Pere Lachaise go to pay their respects to its most famous (to Americans anyway) resident, Jim Morrison. And there's nothing wrong with that - we certainly made it a point to stop. (If you're seeing Jim, please don't be the asshole who litters, defaces his grave in search of a souvenir or leaves graffiti on other monuments) Pere Lachaise is so much more though - it's a beautiful place to wander through - and wander you will, because the layout is confusing. Like art? David, Corot, Delacroix, Modigliani and so many more are here Writers? I couldn't leave without seeing Balzac, Moliere, Oscar Wilde and Rodenbach (FYI, his grave scared the HELL out of me) Performing arts? There are too many to list but Isadora Duncan & Edith Piaf are highlights History? You'll be here all day - there are monuments to concentration camp victims, the Communards, the purported graves of Heloise and Abelard.... The monuments themselves are as interesting as the people interred here - many are grand, some are humble. I found it incredibly interesting that graves here are leased - from as little as 10 years to "IP" or in perpetuitie aka 4eva. So if you only pay for 10 years, they'll dig your cheap, decayed ass up, put you in the ossuary and resell your spot. Jim Morrison's lease recently came due and a fan paid for the next installment, ensuring that every grave within a 10 meter radius will sport "Jim, je t'aime" grafitti for years to come. My husband and I spent a whole morning here and honestly, it's one of the places I most want to revisit. read more

8/11/20 When I went to a summer camp in the year of 1994, I had no idea that just a few blocks from the college our camp was at, was where my dad met my mother for the first time.  Right now I can not remember the name of this camp, but I do remember some of the wonderful places my international camp took us.   One such place was Cimetière du Pere Lachaise. We were given information on this cemetery with some of the famous people who were buried there, but Jim Morrison's tomb was the number one name I had heard of. However, there is  one that sticks in my mind to this day.  I cannot remember her name, but her scary image stays burned into my brain. I believe she was a famous sing. The picture I saw of her, had short curl black hair. The photo was in black and white. The cemetery seemed pretty big to me with a lot of big works of art on them....showing importance of status? Or something else all together? I would say a little of both.  "No matter, no matter" as Lord Voldemort... oops, He Who Must Not Be Named said himself.   There were obvious tombs our camp was lead to, and in no particular order,  they were  Oscar Wilde's Tomb, Jim Morrison's Tomb, Victor Noir's Tomb and The Woman I can not remember.  I remember seeing Oscar Wilde's tomb from a distance.  I remember being informed that the statue's testicles hand been removed sometime in the 1961. I read the oi original testicles were used as paper weights.  Sometime in the 2000's  the statues got a new pair of balls so to speak...no longer half the man you use to be. Still, balks or no balls, the kissing of Oscar Wilde's Tomb continues.  Moving onto Jim Morrison's Tomb,  there was nothing impressive about it to me. Jim Morrison might have opened the doors,  (meaning started the band) but it wasn't to my heart.  I wasn't into rock back in those days so Jim's music only went so far with me. At the time I was there you could get closer to Jim Morrison's resting place,  but people found ways to stand by your man...even if Jim Morrison was truly dead.  I am sure Jim's Morrison's grave has now been pushed back even farther than it was back then. Que Sera Sera as they say. The woman I can not remember had a very small section and that us about it. Nothing more to tell. Victor Noir's Tomb...for some reason I got him mixed up with Jim Morrison's Tomb.   For a long time too I might add.  I remember seeing this red head French girl rubbing and touching Victor Noir's Luck Charms.  I would like to say she kissed the bronze statue, but I can't remember now. I did get a photo of the red head girl  doing what Clarence Carter was sing about in 1986. Can't say the name of the song because Yelp wouldn't like it....but Clarence Carter does sing about going to the east and west in his lyrics.  Anyhow, Victor Noir must have been a hit with the ladies back then. Apparently even after he died, his popularity increased thanks to the sculpture Jules Dalou.  Why he gave Victor Noir's a noticable large eriction through his clothes is unknown, but since he made the statue to resemble what Victor Noir looked like after he died, maybe Victor Noir died thinking about the last woman he was with...hey, stranger things have happened..look into death by asphyxiation and get your mind blown, (double entendre) but I digress. For more on The Victor Noir Tomb and how to get pregnant,  check out this link.https://www.amusingplanet.com/2017/07/victor-noirs-mysterious-erection.html?m=1 Victor Noir has three section that get touched the most. His Johnson, his face and his shoes at the tips.  I would also include the inside of part of his hat as well.  Read the article to get some more background.  During the first time I was here in the Summer of 94 there was a killer on the loose.  Yes, people were found killed and French police blocked off a street we were going to go down on the day we left the Cimetiere du Pere Lachaise.  Scary stuff to think that someone was killed while you were in a cemetery looking at tombs a block from where we were standing. The second time I was there wasn't as exciting as the first time, but memorable just the same. I don't remember seeing the Victor Noir Tomb for the second time, but I can imagine a fence blocking individuals from touching his statue...how many irritated women does it take to remove a fence? The world may never know. Oh, this was also the year Brazil won its fourth title  in world cup soccer... Oops, its called FIFA World Cup. Check this out too. http://parisbym.com/10-famous-people-buried-in-pere-lachaise-cemetery/ read more