Description

Discover this place steeped in art and history. A timeless visit, filled with poetry and nostalgia, but also tenderness and humor. The Friends and Enthusiasts of Père-Lachaise is an association dedicated to the preservation and understanding of the Père-Lachaise Cemetery...<br><br> Far from traditional clichés, she presents her interests and shares her passion for art, history and of course, the unmissable celebrities: Piaf, Salvador, Montand, Signoret, Bachung, Bécaud, Girardot, not forgetting Morrison and many others.<br><br> There are also the great moments in our history and in world history: The Paris Commune, the Second World War, the Spanish Civil War, monuments dedicated to Deportation, the Resistance, air tragedies, etc.<br><br> A visit full of nostalgia, tenderness and also humor, a change of scenery and a stroll out of time, we recharge and rediscover names, faces, places and anecdotes buried in our memory.<br><br> The Revolution and the Empire are also very much present; Marshals, generals, and high-ranking imperial dignitaries are also present and share their battles and adventures...<br><br> Painters, sculptors, musicians, here, sleep their final sleep, their works, too, come back to life for a moment.<br><br> Several speakers will be on hand to make this visit an exceptional experience. Some have attended courses at the École du Louvre and have extensive experience with the site and its history.<br><br> Among the themed tours:<br><br> - Famous women at Père-Lachaise<br> - The Revolution and the Empire at Père-Lachaise<br> - World War II and the Resistance<br> - Deportation<br> - The Paris Commune<br> - Great figures, great moments in history<br><br> Régis Dufour Forrestier, president of the association, leads the visits assisted by other members, who are just as passionate.<br> They all share a love and respect for places steeped in history and emotion...<br><br> <b>Please note:</b><br> The meeting place and your guide's contact details are shown on the voucher.