Mugs

For Ghouly Karen

Tuesday, 3. February 2009, 01:40:01

cemetary, history, Halifax

The oldest cemetary in Halifax.

Tab shot the pic this afternoon.

Back for the weekendWhackiness never stops

Comments

Shaunak De # 3. February 2009, 02:01

There is something strangely scenic about graveyards.

Bea # 3. February 2009, 11:36

much more sinister than it is, but beautiful pic.

Tab # 3. February 2009, 13:17

Thank you! Mugs did his editing magic to it and it's lovely!

Mugs # 3. February 2009, 20:02

The first grave was dug in 1724, the last in 1844.
It is of course a closed cemetary. The history in these stones is just amazing.

Anne # 6. February 2009, 13:35

And why did they close the cemetary?
Was it full?

Mugs # 6. February 2009, 17:46

This cemetary was originally only used for millitary personel of high rank. Less than half a mile away is the Halifax Citadel which was the base of operations for all millitary activities in the water or on the land.

It was closed simply because it was full.

Walking around the cemetary, I was surprised to find one stone that stated the deceased was 76 years old. The average age was in the early 20's

The cemetary itself is located right downtown and 2 blocks up from the harbour, the churches around it were just as amazing with their architecture.