This burial ground gets its rather curious name from the surrounding neighbourhood. Otherwise, there was little else fun about this place when first built. It was 1833, an the cholera epidemic raged fiercely; it was decided a large cemetery was needed for the victims of this disease, rich and poor alike. Today however, the cemetery is somewhat of a treasured heritage thanks to two reasons. Firstly, many notable figures are buries here - Amália Rodrigues; Fernando Pessoa used to be buries here until 1885; and there are others. Secondly, the architecture of the graves and monuments in the cemetery are nothing less than sublime! This because many of the people buried here came from truly wealthy families. It’s a peaceful, tranquil place.

• Entry closed 30 minutes before closing time.

• Bus 773 stop Escola Josefa de Óbidos
• Bus 751, 756 stop Bº do Loureiro - Av. de Ceuta
• Tram 28

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