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#39533. MaggieG 5
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Who was Père La Chaise after whom the cemetery is named?
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In its early years Père Lachaise" was a poor district, with many outlaws, winding streets and shady avenues. It is located on the hill of Champ 'Evêque", where a wealthy merchant first built his home in 1430. In the 17th century the Jésuits, acquired the home and converted it into a hospice for members of their order.
Father François de La Chaise d'Aix - known as 'Le Père La Chaise' was Louis XIV's confessor. Louis XIV’s had visited the area in 1652, and it was thereafter called Mont-Louis. By the time Le Père La Chaise died in 1709, the property had been considerably expanded due to royal gifts. Count La Chaise, head of the king's bodyguard, also had a place on Mont-Louis, which was known for its opulent parties with guests who wanted to get to know the king's confessor better; in order to meet the king.
Oct 05 03, 6:11 PM
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Hamlet.
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Isn't that where Jim Morrison is buried...
Oct 05 03, 11:32 PM
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Siskin
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Yes Hamlet it is - along with Chopin, Edith Piaf and Oscar Wilde.
Oct 06 03, 5:13 PM
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