The copper that named a cemetery

The copper that named a cemetery

Kensal Green Cemetery in London is known for its connection to a nearby copper mine, although it was not used to manage the mine's waste. The cemetery is now a peaceful place, home to a variety of bird and animal species and memorials for the rich and famous.

Kensal Green Cemetery was established in 1833 in the Kensal Green area of North Kensington. It spans 72 acres (29 hectares) and is home to at least 33 species of birds and other wildlife. Despite its ancient, Grecian-style buildings, the cemetery is primarily Gothic in character, due to the high number of private Gothic monuments. The cemetery has memorials ranging from large mausoleums housing the rich and famous to smaller gravestones and special areas dedicated to the very young. It has three chapels and serves all faiths. One of the most interesting facts about Kensal Green Cemetery is its connection to a nearby copper mine. The copper mined here was used to paint houses in Sweden, giving them their distinctive red color.

Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons

Written by Nicolo Ciampini

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