This cemetery is right next to William Backus Hospital. I had passed it couple times and was curious. So after work one day I drove in and parked my car to check it out. I saw people walking their dogs and couples with babies enjoying the beautiful day so I decided to walk the whole thing. So much history on the tomb stones! Even the Spanish Civil War is featured prominently. There's an unusual auditorium section closest to the hospital where the tomb stones are in three different layers leading down to a low ditch. Wonder what that means.
I went back a few times since it was such a peaceful and historical experience. There's actually an open gate between the emergency department and the cemetery so I was able to walk right over at lunch. Truly a beautiful spot to explore. I said a few prayers for those that have passed as I walked around. I even tried to lift up a few of the fallen tombstones, but they were very heavy. That's my only complaint. Some of those loved ones have fallen over and can't get up. Aside from that it's wonderfully peaceful. read more