For those who like architecture and history, one of the best places to visit in Vancouver is Mountain View Cemetary.
Mountain View is literally a depository of Vancouver’s history – one that is breaking down the psychological barriers as it becomes a more welcoming place for both the neighbourhoods that surround it and for the city.
Reflecting that is the new Celebration Hall (the name says it all). It’s a fine example of a certain style of Vancouver modernism. Lots of concrete, of course, that creates a place for reflection and, yes, celebration.
Even more appealing as an example of landscaping and architecture is the new columbaria:
As it happens, there’s an event coming up on April 24, 10:30 am to 4:30 pm, for those interested in matters related to dying and death.
Regardless of your interests, the cemetary is one of the great green spaces of the lower mainland. And one of the most memorable.
Thanks to Robin Naiman.
