May 29, 2007
My Headstone’s Bigger than Yours
If you have never been to the Laurel Hill Cemetery, take advantage of the upcoming nice weather and spend a few hours there. The cemetery is rich in Philadelphia and American history. It is an historical landmark. Numerous famous people are buried there, included many Philadelphians that helped make this city what it is today. It was the first cemetery of its kind. The cemetery was an introduction to architectural landscape and it was the beginning of a peaceful burial ground outside of the city proper. Laurel Hill is beautiful and tranquil. It has some of the most amazing head stones and mausoleums I have ever seen. The landscape is incredible and the cemetery is huge. From the cemetery, you can see picturesque views of Philadelphia.
My friends and I biked down there and rode around on our bikes. We had a great time. You can walk or bike for free, but they offer guided tours for a fee. Also, in October, there are night time tours for spooky fun!
It is located at 3822 Ridge Ave (East Falls Area). If you have walked along the Schuykill River in Fairmount Park (on Kelly Drive), you have probably passed by it. Schedule a time to go inside, I had the most amazing day there.
Laurel Hill Cemetery
3822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia PA 19132
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May 29, 2007, 11:00 am
JessT says:
I suggest going for a tour, especially the one that takes you into an underground tomb. Very weird and awesome!
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