The Père Lachaise Cemetery guided by the Great Sibylle

The Père Lachaise Cemetery guided by the Great Sibylle

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Explore Père Lachaise Cemetery with Marie-Anne Lenormand. Uncover secrets of souls and historical figures, and experience the duality of romantic and modern sides, all in French.

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Highlights

A theatrically guided tour by a captivating figure from French history
Discover Paris' cemetery, its paths and intriguing stories of resting souls.
An exciting visit, filled with unusual anecdotes about illustrious characters

Description

Explore the enigmatic Père Lachaise Cemetery and delve into a realm where life and death intersect, time stands still, and the secrets of the souls that haunt this historic place are revealed. We invite you to a unique mystical tour, guided by a passionate speaker in historical outfits. Meet Marie-Anne Lenormand, a historical figure from the time of the French Revolution, known for her divination talents. This great Sibyl, often forgotten despite her significance, takes you on an intriguing and memorable journey through Père Lachaise Cemetery. In the company of Miss Lenormand, you will explore the two facets of this place - its romantic side and its modern section. Discover the crematorium, the columbarium, the Wall of the Federates, the Muslim section, the Jewish section, as well as the graves of illustrious personalities such as Oscar Wilde, Edith Piaf, Victor Noir, Frédéric Chopin, Théodore Géricault, Jim Morrison, Eloise and Abelard. This tour is not just a walk through history but a profound immersion into the afterlife, where the stories of the souls that populate the cemetery coexist with History. Ideal for adults and children over 8 years old, you will be captivated by Miss Lenormand's personality and her narrative filled with mystery and curiosity. Put on comfortable shoes and get ready for an encounter with history, mysteries, and lost souls of Père Lachaise, all guided by the lively and colorful spirit of the grandiose Marie-Anne Lenormand.