South Africa is full of historical graves which give illustrative insight into its turbulent past. The people buried here have shaped the history of South Africa, which makes many of the graves poignant reminders of a country plagued by sacrifice, struggle and conflict.…

Heroes Acre in Pretoria is a special place that honours those who have contributed significantly in one way or the other to their country. The Anglo Boer war lasted from 1899 to 1902. There are grave sites of Boers who died in concentration…

There are people who love wondering through cemeteries, church graveyards and family farm burial plots to read the inscriptions appear on gravestones. They like to imaginewhat kind of people are buried there. People are fascinated by the awesome and weird headstones found in…

The memorial service for Michael Jackson took place at the Staples Centre, Los Angeles, California. That was exactly the place where the talented entertainer, dance, singer, producer and actor rehearsed on 23 June 2009, just two days before his death. Michael Jackson, born…

The Nelson Mandela funeral was an international event. And it is no wonder, because Mandela was an international figure symbolising freedom and hope. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was born to his mother Nonqaphi Nosekeni and his father, Nkosi Mphakanyiswa Gadla Mandela. He was born…

Not everyone likes the idea of an open casket funeral  of celebs in particular where the casket is in front of the ceremony venue. But people attending the funeral get the chance if they wish to see the body and to pay their…

According to ancient Egyptian religious beliefs, it was important to preserve the human body for the afterlife. And so they developed a preservation method – mummification. The Egyptians believed that there were 6 aspects that made up a human being – the physical…

Movie actress and showgirl Marilyn Monroe, born Norma Jean Mortenson, died on the 5th of August 1962 in Los Angeles. The flamboyant actress was born on June 1, 1926. She ended her life lying naked on her bed with a telephone in one…

South Africa has got a rich history. Many monuments and memorials exist for the people who have made a difference to the shaping of the country. These include the 1820 Settlers Monument in Grahamstown and the Wall of Remembrance in Pretoria. All these…

Funerals in Rome have a rich tradition. Thousands of years back in ancient Roman, the oldest surviving son of the household went to the death-bed. There he would try and catch and inhale the last breathes emanating from the dying person. If you…