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El colegio de Huelva que fue construido sobre un antiguo cementerio: "¡Por fin …
El camposanto estuvo ubicado en este lugar de la ciudad hasta 1858, año en el que se trasladaron todos los restos mortales
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Unearthing Huelva's Past: The Vanished 'Flying Cemetery' and Its Modern Legacy
Huelva, Spain - A fascinating piece of local history has recently come to light, revealing that the city once harbored a cemetery situated atop a prominent hill, colloquially dubbed a 'flying cemetery.' This burial ground, located on what was known as the Cabezo del Antiguo Castillo, served as a significant site until its relocation in 1858 to the old San Sebastián cemetery. According to local architectural historian Luis A., who shared this insight, the 'cabezo' was subsequently leveled to provide earth for filling the surrounding marshlands, leading to its complete disappearance from the landscape. Today, the site where this elevated cemetery once stood is occupied by the Colegio San Vicente de Paúl. This transformation underscores the dynamic nature of urban development and the layers of history that lie beneath modern structures. "It's a powerful reminder that our cities are built upon forgotten narratives," Luis A. stated, encouraging residents and visitors alike to reflect on the past as they navigate the present-day streets of Huelva.
