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Petersfriedhof (St. Peter's Cemetery)

Salzburg, Austria
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Ranked #9 of 68 attractions in Salzburg
Type: Cemeteries
Activities: City walk sightseeing
Description: This picturesque cemetery, much of which dates back to the 17th century, provides a secluded spot to escape the bustle of the rest of the city.
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Fishers, Indiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

History buffs will love this with its Sound of Music connection. Well maintained and a quiet respite from the old town crowds.

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Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

This is a hidden gem that many seem to pass by, despite it’s inviting beauty and tranquility. Even my children (13 and 8) thought this was cool as it has catacombs built into the natural rock structure surrounding this church. The gardens are also immensely beautiful. The best part for me was when I stepped into the church, and I... More

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Tacoma, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 June 2013

We wandered through here and took a ton of photos. It's such an interesting cemetery, and clearly great pride is taken by the locals/relatives of those in it. Fascinating to see the gardening done on and around each grave.

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Munich, Germany
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

If you go to the train track leading up to the castle you'll find an iron gate on the right hand side. It is the entrance to the cemetery. The cemetery is small, quiet and well cared for, but beyond that it is a great place to take pictures of the castle as the sun is setting. Go to the... More

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Leicester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

The most beautiful resting place I've ever seen. The catacombs are also worth the climb - amazing to think that hermits lived there.

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Salzburg, Austria
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

check out the seven graves all next to each other on the main walkway. Also visit the rock church inside the cemetery

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Warren, Ohio USA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

If you think cemetery's to be a bit gloomy and dull - visit this one. The ancient grave sites are ornately decorated and well tended with flowers and shrubbery. Perusing the names and dates is a lesson in history that shouldn't be missed. You will spend more time here than you think you would. well worth a visit.

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Vienna, Austria
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

It's really quiet, really nice cemetary, I thought at first it was a garden, due to different flowers & green surronding:p

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Gander, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

went to the church and followed the signs to the cemetery but they disappeared. keep to the right. the Mozart family tomb is on the path in the center of the graveyard.

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Budapest, Hungary
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

This sight makes a lovely stroll. You can photograph beautiful tombs and tombstones. But don't waste a penny on the Catacombs!

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