It's unbelievable what kind of palaces were built here for the dead. The coffins can be seen through the windows of many tombs.
And: No tourists, near a small square with snack (cappuccino for 1.10)

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The Alto de São João Cemetery (Cemitério do Alto de São João) is the largest cemetery in Lisbon, covering an area of 22 hectares. It is located in the parish of Penha de França, in the east of the city. Founded in 1833 in response to a cholera epidemic, along with the Cementerio dos Prazeres. Founded in 1833 in response to a cholera epidemic, along with the Cementerio dos Prazeres.

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