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Guided Tour - King’s Cemetery & Beyond!

Hosted by the Consul of the Geneva City & Surroundings Group
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Took place 6 days ago
Sat 21 Sep 14:00 - 16:30

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Tucked away in a peaceful, green and leafy corner, the ancient cemetery of Plainpalais is a last resting place for a Geneva ‘Pantheon’ of personalities, both local and international whose legacy, deeds or simply ‘being’ influenced our city from the 15th century to the present day. Its name suggests exclusion, but this refuge of repose is ‘open to all’, its serene 'park' decorated with majestic trees, many with a special significance. During our walk through this 'off beat' part of Geneva, we will discover more about the area from the Parc des Bastions to Plainpalais and the Quartier des Bains and learn about the ancient traditions which gave the cemetery its name.

We will end the tour at Cimetière des Rois. After the tour we can find a nearby cafe to socialise (optional)

Debra Kinson is originally British, with English mother tongue, resident in Switzerland since Protected content . She started her guiding career in Spain many years ago. During her time in Switzerland, she has worked in education, then followed her passion and was certified as a Cultural and Tour guide in Protected content Geneva University. Debra is a member of the Geneva & Swiss Guiding Associations, Contact @ Protected content , allaroundgeneva, Facebook: debrakinson/allaroundgeneva

Tour is subject to weather. Please cancel your attendance if you can't join to free a spot for another participant. Last minute cancellation/no show is offensive! See you

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