Here is a quiet corner in a mausoleum/columbarium in the Mt. View Cemetery. The building remains open to anyone interested in visiting as long as the cemetery gates are open. Chairs are dotted throughout the building for visiting, contemplation, and I imagine for reading if you want. This particular building dates from the deco era although they've recently opened a new wing.
There's a lovely wooden ceiling chapel for services, a garden room with a skylight, and endless corridors to wander. This is only one of several such buildings on the vast grounds. In case you were wondering, the most expensive niches are those that are at eye level and can run up to $18,000. Better to enjoy the cemetery while you're alive.
Point of Infinity
5 weeks ago
I think I prefer Starbucks for quiet reading. But, thanks for the suggestion.
ReplyDeleteI immediately thought it was a library before reading your post. It looks beautiful and peaceful.
ReplyDeleteAt first glance I thought it was a library. Lovely shot iwth the nice light and shadows. Beautiful.
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place very charming, but ... I agree that it is better to enjoy this place to live !!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteMany of the urns are in the shape of books.
ReplyDelete«Louis» has been told that people are just dyin' to get in there...
ReplyDeleteI'm very close to Mountain View, I didn't know that this existed. Thanks for sharing !
ReplyDeleteIt seems quiet and lovely :)
ReplyDeleteGreetings from Argentina
Elisa