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Montparnasse Cemetery

Montparnasse Cemetery is a historic public cemetery in Paris, France, known for its elegant design and as the final resting place of many notable figures. Established in 1824, it covers a large area with beautifully landscaped grounds. The cemetery is famous for its illustrious residents, including artists, writers, poets, and musicians such as Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, Charles Baudelaire, and Samuel Beckett. Visitors often come to pay respects or admire the sculptures and architecture. It stands as a cultural landmark, reflecting Paris’s rich artistic and literary history.