Alta das Cruzes cemetery, Luanda

#13 among attractions in Luanda

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Alto das Cruzes cemetery is a cemetery in Miramar, Luanda, Angola. It is one of the most prominent cemeteries of the city, where many of the illustrious Angolan personalities are buried. In 1996 the cemetery was photographed extensively by the Escola Profissional da Lousã. ()

Local name: Cemitério do Alto das Cruzes Coordinates: 8°48'44"S, 13°14'44"E

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Alta das Cruzes cemetery – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Museu Nacional de Antropologia, Church of Our Lady of Remedies, Palácio de Ferro, Museu Nacional de História Natural de Angola.

1.2 miW
Museum
Museu Nacional de Antropologia, Luanda
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1.1 miW
Church, Historical place
Church of Our Lady of Remedies, Luanda
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0.7 miW
Museum, Historical place, Architecture
Palácio de Ferro, Luanda
18 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Luanda, Angola, the Palácio de Ferro stands as a testament to the city's rich historical tapestry and cultural sophistication. This architectural marvel, now functioning as a museum, draws visitors from around the globe, eager...
0.5 miSW
Museum, History museum
Museu Nacional de História Natural de Angola, Luanda
14 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Luanda, Angola, the Museu Nacional de História Natural de Angola stands as a testament to the country's rich biodiversity and cultural heritage. This esteemed museum invites visitors to delve into the natural wonders of Angola...
0.5 miNW
Church
Nossa Senhora da Nazaré, Luanda
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1.2 miNW
Harbor
Port of Luanda, Luanda
31 min walk • The Port of Luanda is a vital gateway to the sea for Angola, located in the heart of its bustling capital city, Luanda. As the main maritime port of the country, it plays a crucial role in the economy, facilitating international trade and contributing significantly...
0.9 miW
Church
Igreja do Carmo, Luanda
24 min walk • Igreja e Convento de Nossa Senhora do Carmo, also Igreja do Carmo, is a church and convent complex in Luanda, Angola. Thanks to its good condition, the church is considered to be one of the country's most important religious monuments.
0.8 miNE
Forts and castles
Fortress of São Francisco do Penedo, Luanda
21 min walk • The Fortress of São Francisco do Penedo is located in the port city of Luanda, Angola, at coordinates 8°48′05″S 13°15′01″E.
1.2 miS
Library
National Library of Angola, Luanda
31 min walk • The National Library of Angola is located in Luanda.
1.3 miSE
Basketball, Sport venue, Sport
Estádio da Cidadela, Luanda
32 min walk • Estádio da Cidadela is a stadium in Luanda, Angola. It is used mostly for football matches, while sometimes hosting cultural events, including musical concerts. It is part of the Complexo Desportivo da Cidadela, along with the Pavilhão da Cidadela, Pavilhão Anexo and Pavilhão Anexo II.
1.2 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
Pavilhão da Cidadela, Luanda
30 min walk • Pavilhão da Cidadela is an Angolan indoor sporting arena located in Luanda, Angola. The capacity of the arena is 6,873 people. It is used to host the Atlético Petróleos Luanda and formerly of the Angola national basketball team before the appearance of Pavilhão Multiusos do Kilamba.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Alta das Cruzes cemetery?

Nearby attractions include Nossa Senhora da Nazaré, Luanda (14 min walk), Museu Nacional de História Natural de Angola, Luanda (14 min walk), Palácio de Ferro, Luanda (18 min walk), Universidade Metodista de Angola, Luanda (18 min walk).

How to get to Alta das Cruzes cemetery by public transport?

The nearest stations to Alta das Cruzes cemetery:

Train

Bungo (13 min walk)
Bungo - Luanda Central Station (13 min walk)

Bus

Transporte Colectivo Urbano de Luanda (24 min walk)
Mutamba (24 min walk)