Cycling in Sydney Australia
Historic Rookwood Cemetery ride
Event Details
Time: June 30, 2012 from 8:45am to 2pm
Location: Tempe to Lidcombe and return
Website or Map: http://http//:www.bikemarrick…
Event Type: ride
Organized By: Natalie Ross
Latest Activity: Jun 30, 2012
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Event Description
Since 1862 the Necropolis at Rookwood has operated as a multicultural and multifaith wonder of Sydney. On this ride Dr Chris Hartney from the University of Sydney will explain aspects of the history of this vast and beautiful cemetery as well as describe the religious conceptions of death that lay behind the rituals, tombstones and buildings in this incredible. but often forgotten part of our city.
Cycle on the Cooks River Valley Cycleway to Rookwood and return, or catch the train home from Lidcombe station
Start and finish: Tempe Station carpark, Richardsons Cres, Tempe
Time: 8.45am for a 9am start
Return approximately 2pm
Numbers are limited, so please RSVP
Enquiries to Natalie at pipsheard@bigpond.com
Comment Wall
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Comment by William Kuang on June 29, 2012 at 10:55pm -
Really looking forward to it!
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Comment by Marcus on June 30, 2012 at 4:01pm -
A very enjoyable day exploring our fascinating history with like-minded people. Many thanks to Natalie and Chris for putting this on!
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