Sydney Cemeteries

The ultimate handbook to Sydneys cemeteries. Cemeteries are not simply places for the dead they are designed for the living. Visiting cemeteriesto admire the headstones and enjoy their parklike spaces was once a Sydney tradition. SydneyCemeteries: A field guide encapsulates the history and heritage of Sydneys public cemeteries, pointing out whats unique or different about each one and listing notable and notorious burials. It also lets you in on a few secrets, like how to decode monument styles and decipher symbols on headstones. Whether your interests lie in history, genealogy, architectural design, birdwatching, heritage roses orjust finding quiet picnic spots, Sydney Cemeteries has something for you!