INSIDE THE SURREAL GRAVES OF LAEKEN CEMETERY

[@tomsdotter3228]

The statues are amazing. This is truly one of the most interesting, beautiful cemeteries we've seen. Thank you so much Sue!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Glad you enjoyed it toms ❤️

[@csh43166]

100% agree!

[@Liz_678]

@@tomsdotter3228 Agree!

[@bobbibuttons8730]

Thanks Sue for another fabulous visit to this amazing cemetery. I’ve always loved Rodin’s The Thinker. Some of the sculptures and bronxes are stunning. The woman at the Rosetta family looks pregnant the way she’s standing. Gosh, I’d have loved to go there but it’s out of the question now sadly.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks so much, it was an amazing visit, gobsmacked is the word I think

[@evelynpretty2231]

@bobbibuttons8730, I thought the same thing! Would love to know the what the writing said. Very Interesting as is though. 🪬💞💀🧿🪦🧿💀💞🪬

[@peterb3772]

Sue, your tours consistently reveal the stunning beauty of this extraordinary cemetery. The awe-inspiring sights here never fail to captivate. Warm regards from Adelaide, Australia. 🙋‍♂

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you so much Peter, really appreciate it 🙏

[@eugeniesissi8686]

Le cimetière de Laeken est vraiment très beau, je ne le connaissais pas. Née à Bruxelles, je me rendais très souvent au cimetière d’Ixelles (Bruxelles 5) mérite aussi un reportage. Merci à vous, thanks from Belgium.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks a million

[@Manticore2024]

Sue, thank you very much for sharing your walk-through the cemeteries!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You are so welcome!

[@CatCmdr]

Good Morning, morning glory, and how are you today? 🌞 Rodin’s “The Thinker” and other lovely statuary. Sweet. I used to have a nice table top piece of Rodin’s “The Kiss”. One of my favs of his. That one of the young soldier boy killed so young in battle is very touching. Can’t see such emotional grave pieces enough. They are all so stunning. These are to soothe those left behind, & to pay homage from one loved one to another. This was lovely. You do great camera-work, Sue. Thank you again. 💚💚☘️🍀

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you so much 💓

[@cherylschantz9893]

I cried, it was overwhelming. Especially in the world we live in.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

@cherylschantz9893 couldn't agree more

[@blueriver5269]

Some of the statues could easily be worth thousands and thousands. It is amazing what money some families put into their final resting places. Beautiful to see but mind boggling.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Last declaration of love, a huge monument, some to look like the person who passed,

[@iamshotty]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards Yes, well said Sue. A last declaration of love. Beautiful xx t 🇦🇺❤

[@purplehaze5977]

Max statue is so amazing i really enjoyed this cemetery thank you sue take care ❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I got very emotional at his grave, thinking of my own son going to war and loosing him, heartbreaking but what a beautiful tribute

[@spacecowgurl57]

The experience must be overwhelming. I can feel the sadness on so many, let alone if I were seeing it face to face. The gothic spiral churches in the background are surreal ❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Oh the church is absolutely stunning, unfortunately when we arrived there was a funeral, when we finished our video, we walked over to the church and it was closed

[@peterredfern1174]

The craftmanship of those times amazes me,thanks for another educational tour,safe travels to you both sue,god bless,🙏🙏👋👋👍🇦🇺

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

God Bless

[@kathywebber8621]

Wow! The craftsmanship in the cemetery is beautiful. Thank you so much Sue for videoing this place. Many blessings to you and GV. Kathy

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you! You too!

[@deenavinzant6540]

It is like a museum! There are such gorgeous monuments! Thanks, Sue!

[@oculusangelicus8978]

The statuary there is like going through a museum! Thank you for showing us the incredible sights from the most beautiful cemeteries in all of Belgium!!! The original bronze Thinker by Rodin!!! Stunning!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Love these monuments

[@Romantyk_Zagrebelski]

Thank You Sue! It's a very beautiful cemetery and amazing monuments with statues that look like human souls. ❤👍😀👍

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Ahh Max, almost cried seeing his statue

[@Romantyk_Zagrebelski]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards 👍

[@patrickdemaeyer9041]

Bedankt Sue voor de video dat er zoveel mooie praalgraven zijn heeft te maken met de koninklijke crypte die daar in de kerk is en daarom wou iedereen die rijk genoeg was ook daar begraven worden

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes that's true, church was closed so we didn't get into the crypt unfortunately

[@patrickdemaeyer9041]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards hallo Sue de crypte is maar op bepaalde dagen door het jaar te bezoeken deze vindt je op het net

[@JeanCrosby]

Hello Serenity Sue, another awesome video. Loved all the statues in this cemetery. I always loved the European mindset share the living with the dead. Please keep these awesome videos coming. Cheers Jean Crosby Nashville TN USA

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Jean

[@KarinIsaac]

Absolutely gorgeous Sue the statues and craftsmanship just breathtaking,thankyou once again,take care🪻

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you ❤️

[@rickster3488]

- they used to make such beautiful art, not so much anymore.

[@rdnj11]

There’s never enough water or shade. Beautiful cemetery and another great video. Thank you Sue. 😁🐶

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Even in the shade it was roasting, drank so much water there I felt ill haha

[@maggiex1212]

Happened on your channel today. I love old cemeteries but I've never seen one like this. Firstly, the graves are massive and make a statement. I can't even imagine the costs. I've never seen statues of this magnitude anywhere. They are unique and absolutely awe inspiring. The mausoleums were on another level. The cemetery was well cared for, as one could see, but there were those with damage which I guess is the responsibility of the family. Overall, what a remembrance of their family members. Thank you for sharing!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You're very welcome, I'm from Ireland, so we only have a few cemeteries like this but the rest are as old as the 12th century and before. We have lots of old abandoned churches, ruins, abbeys and graveyards. So to see this place in Brussels literally blew me away

[@YesterdaysTreasuresAndMore]

The statues are absolutely beautiful. Thank you for the videos. They are amazing. From Maryland USA.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You're so welcome 🙏

[@LauraKnotek]

This cemetery is beautiful. I love those statues and mausoleums. The grass is cut so nicely. It looks like the grass on a golf course.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It is very well kept, it's just a shame the underground crypt is not

[@marytaft6251]

The statues were so incredibly lifelike- wow! The folds of fabric, the details of shoes and hair. Frankly, I thought the statues by the graves were more impressive than The Thinker. As someone said, the cemetery is almost a museum. Enjoyed the tour!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you so much!

[@brendahimes9939]

What a beautiful cemetery. The statues are amazing. Beautifully kept up

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It is very well kept, compared to the underground crypt

[@65charliemopic]

Absolutely beautiful! Thank you Sue for taking your time to show us this historic cemetery. Such a peaceful place for those souls to rest.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It is but underground it's not as cared for, which is very sad

[@markvandyke6634]

Thank you Sue for allowing us to visit These places we cannot visit in person! God Bless!!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You are so welcome

[@suepoole8323]

Simply stunning Sue thank you so much.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You are so welcome

[@lynnrobertson4657]

What a beautiful cemetery thankyou for sharing ❤from🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lindamccaughey6669]

Fantastic video. Those statues were superb. The weeping woman bought tears to my eyes. Thanks for the share. Please take care

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you ❤️

[@MAMysteryTours]

Hello Love this Cemetery it's really Big. Thank you for sharing. 😊😊😊😊😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you too

[@ShelArmstrong]

Hi sue hope you are well thanks for a lovely video the cemetery is amazing take care and night night see you on the next one 👍

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Shel ❤️

[@nadiabrook7871]

Those statues are ABSOLUTELY STUNNING, and so realistic too!! Thanks for taking us to the BEAUTIFUL Laken cemetery, dearest Sue!! XXXX 💞🤗💙👏👍❤💕

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It was stunning there, beautiful day

[@nadiabrook7871]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards It looked stunning too, not to mention boiling hot weather as well!!🥵🥵

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

@@nadiabrook7871 ahh it was too hot for me, I was exhausted

[@nadiabrook7871]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards Please look after yourself when you're out and about, especially in the hot weather, Sue!!💞🤗

[@DeborahIsaacs-nx4dw]

The statues are gorgeous, cemetary and the grounds and flowers so well taken care of. Really great video, thanx Sue.❤😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You are so welcome

[@Liz_678]

Thanks! Buy some water my friend💦💕. Appreciate you giving a tour in the heat!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Ahh Liz, thank you so much, truly appreciate it 💗

[@Cathidee]

I agree with everyone. The statues are gorgeous! They remind me of the ones I discovered at Bonaventure cemetary in Savannah Georgia. So many and amazing how they look so life like sometimes! This is a beautiful resting place ♥️

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you ❤️

[@cornwallparanormalresearch2378]

Wow awesome watch ⌚ like and shared out in you tube community. ⌚

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Cheers ❤️

[@cornwallparanormalresearch2378]

No problem anytime

[@iamshotty]

Wow. The statues and stone work are sublime. An amazing place, so so beautiful. I love it. Thank you so so much Sue xx Teresa 🇦🇺❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You are so welcome

[@Marksillerymusic]

Absolutely fantastic place.. I love the statues over and on the graves . The soldier on the grave is sad but it's also life unfortunately. Fantastic video Sue

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks so much ❤️

[@SharonPadget]

The statues bring life and drama to the cemetery. Very peaceful and beautiful. Thanks

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It was beautiful, thank you ❤️

[@hazel3564]

The statues really tug at your heart! I would give everything I have to have a statue of my son on his grave. He died at 30 from an aneurysm, not in a war but the pain is the same.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

That's so young, your heart must be broken, even now. Time heals, they say, but I never think that's true, I think you learn to live with it. A little part of you remains broken, mind yourself, and may your son rest in peace 🙏

[@hazel3564]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards Thank you Sue for your kind words. You’re right, I’ll never get over it. I miss him every day.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

@hazel3564 ❤️❤️

[@sandylang9766]

The statues are just amazingly beautiful what a gorgeous cemetery thank you sue

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Sandy ❤️

[@jan7240]

Wow the statues are amazing, I can’t imagine the cost of those back in the day,so just imagine how much they would cost to make today. Thankyou for the upload 🙏🏼

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you ❤️

[@amandacunningham4861]

Beautiful cemetary and statues. The churches were also breath taking.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

The church is stunning

[@Liz_678]

What an interesting cemetery! All the statues are beautiful! Mausoleums and grave stones all interesting! Thanks for the great tour!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You're so welcome Liz ❤️

[@csh43166]

The statuary, mausoleums and stones in this cemetery are mind-blowing. So beautiful!!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It was so beautiful, and the backdrop of the church behind was breathtaking

[@FeralSheryl1818]

That place is breath taking. Ty for sharing with us! Loved the mausoleum with the statue

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Me too but she gave me a fright lol

[@mallardtheduck406]

Hi Sue, Thank You for showing us all these Gorgeous monuments!! I've seen "The Thinker" in books and magazine's, but never saw this Monument in a Cemetery. I am just thinking how you would even cast these bronze statues. Definitely like a Museum, like many posters before me mentioned. God Bless You Sue!!! 🦆

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you, it's incredible

[@joelhurley2678]

Beautiful Cemetery Sue thank you so much for sharing.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Joel

[@Peter-o7f]

That is an amazing graveyard the statues were beautiful especially the one with the young lad standing over the little girl also the young soldier was so sad... beautiful lush green area for peace and serenity so once again enjoyed your video so from Aussie pete stay safe

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Pete

[@patriziopaccione3757]

Amazing

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks ❤️

[@IrishAnnie]

Sue! The statuary and monuments. Stunning! Thank you for this walk today!!! ❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You are so welcome!

[@clarekelly6129]

Another fantastically interesting video Sue, the workmanship that went into those statues is awesome and breathtaking. Thank you and your nails looked very nice 💅🏼💅🏼👍🏼

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Clare by the end of the trip, they were not so nice, lol

[@Lorriann63]

This is the most beautiful cemetery! The monuments and statues are extraordinary! Absolutely breathtaking! Thank you for allowing us to Amble along with you!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You're welcome

[@greylynnjr]

Man what a beautiful place

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It really is!

[@bordereau1]

These statues are absolutely amazing.......thank you for sharing your trip! You bring those passed back to life, even if for a moment they are remembered!❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

My pleasure! 💗❤️

[@michaelbedinger4121]

Awesome cemetery! All the statues, mausoleums, and other monuments, just awesome! For myself, the one monument that struck home, was that of the young soldier who died in 1914. Awesome video, thank you very much for sharing this with us Sue. Have a great day 😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes, Max almost had me in tears

[@michaelbedinger4121]

@SerenitySueGraveyards I think it wonderful, that Max's parents are buried with him. This video is truly one of your best Sue. But please be careful if you are out by yourself, or was GV close by.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I think GV was in the underground crypt at this stage, I didn't feel unsafe here or anywhere in Belgium to be honest. Yet anyone we talked to warned us of pickpockets and homless

[@michaelbedinger4121]

@SerenitySueGraveyards Thank you very much for getting back to me Sue, and for all that you and GV do for us.

[@FloridaRocks]

Wow. Bucket list! Amazing place! 😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

The crypt underneath is a must but hold your breath and watch where you walk

[@FloridaRocks]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards Does it smell really bad?

[@davidbower6019]

Hello again from Ohio, USA. Beautiful statues and structure.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you very much!

[@Vikingn6789]

Wonderful Sue 👍 The statues and architecture are amazing Reminds me of that cemetery you went to in Paris Breni 🇦🇺

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It's very similar but not as big

[@sallykohorst8803]

Yes the statues are amazing. Wonderful cemetery and thanks for taking us along.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Glad you enjoyed it Sally

[@IrishAnnie]

Sue, I said the same to my grandmother. I could not watch my son go off to war. She had three sons who served. She said, “They were serving our county”. What a sacrifice or parents to make. They all three survived but, with PTSD and an uncle who crashed his car three weeks after coming home and died. War is a sin. Horrible.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Ahh bless them all, I don't think I'd have the strenght to watch my sons leave for war, the after effects were like they were living in the war for life, think of all the veterans who are homless after serving their country. That makes me so mad too.

[@lorijones7139]

Just so beautiful listen to the birds its nothing like Americans cemeteries you're cemeteries win me over i love them.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you ❤️

[@MackWilliams-oz2cz]

Wonderful! Just seeing the life-size statuary, especially the one from 1914 lying on the stretcher atop the tomb makes me think that wouldn't it be marvelous if we all could have something like those full-length reclining statues "asleep in death," like those which adorn the sarcophagi of some of the long-past Royalty!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I loved Max tomb, I couldn't help to think of my son, heartbreaking 💔

[@LaurenFerrell885]

That church is so breath taking wow! It's like something out of a movie.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It was...

[@christinamellow9824]

WHOEVER DID THOSE STATUES WONDERFUL SO LIFE LIKE.THANK YOU SUE FOR TELLING THE HISTORY AND BEING OUR TOUR GUIDE.❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉😊😊😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You're most welcome 🙏

[@joannerothque1548]

Absolutely beautiful, Sue.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you so much!

[@brianbloom1799]

Great video sue god bless

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you! God bless

[@maureenalder8905]

Thank you Sue for opening my eyes to the beauty of Mausoleums/ Statues/Churches and spectacular Cemetery's like this one..Max rest in peace 😢 🙏 ❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks, Maureen. I feel for Max, taking his last breath

[@terriesharpe8261]

That church or whatever it is in the background is amazing!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes it was closed unfortunately

[@ritastevenson5532]

Statues often look human ..

[@marygore-ib4gi]

What a beautiful cemetery with beautiful statues and very well kept, thank you for sharing your walk about with the public.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You are very welcome 🙏

[@janetslicer3637]

Watching this is almost like make-believe! It is hard to fathom places like this really exist above and below ground. I have never seen anything remotely close to this in the states. I think Cathal said it has been open since the 13th century! This in itself is hard to comprehend. Kudos to both you and Cathal, Sue. What an excellent job! I am speechless. ♥️☘️

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks Janet ❤️

[@catherinepalun972]

I too would like to thank you for taking us in the absolutely spectacular cemetery……truly the best I’ve ever seen, and I’m nearly eighty. Blessings from Queensland Australia 🙏❤️🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you so much Catherine 💓

[@eliotandreu3887]

That's probably the most amazing cemetery I've ever seen. ❤️ Those statues are masterpieces.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It was absolutely beautiful

[@Jkk55]

Thank you Sue those statues are something else! wow.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I think so too!

[@jamielieberg7053]

Great video sue thanks for making it

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

My pleasure Jamie 🙏 hope you're well

[@ritastevenson5532]

Oh my where is this cemetery..?????

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Laeken cemetery, top part of the crypt

[@ritastevenson5532]

Thank you

[@purplehaze5977]

Max statue is so amazing

[@lisahusted1543]

You and GV find the most beautiful places. Thank you for sharing these videos and the information on some of the people buried in them.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you ❤️

[@CathyCollazo-f5r]

Thank you for showing the most beautiful monuments that I have ever seen. ❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

My pleasure 🙏

[@lorriesouthall7866]

The details on those statues is just incredible! Someone truly had the eye for art. Enjoyed the video, ty. 20:26

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks very much ❤️

[@katep23]

Thank you Sue, what a stunning and beautiful place, with so many gorgeous statues etc. Hope you both had a lovely holiday too.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

No holiday, all videos, which I enjoy the most

[@maryb1783]

You cannot help but admire the detail in the statues and feeling the desolation of them.Beautiful cemetery Sue.Thanyou.Its certainly not roasting back at home 🏠 x

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It was very hot for an Irish woman. the statues were amazing,

[@maryb1783]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards lol very good xx

[@blakkat4126]

I wonder if the same sculptor was commissioned to created those statues. Whoever he is, he definitely knows the body of a woman. Incredible work. The soldier on the stretcher still captures his last breath. Looking at these and the buildings tells me there must've been a lot of money spent by the families.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I can't imagine starting to craft something so wonderful. Absolutely gifted

[@Carolbearce]

This is such an amazing place. The statues are beautiful.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

They are, would love to watch the artist at work

[@donnicholas7552]

Lots of beautiful statues.

[@Just_Granny]

Always loved that sculpture. Growing up we had a small one in our home. He was quite heavy!

[@Just_Granny]

(Of the Thinker)!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks so much ❤️

[@terryvetch925]

What a beautiful place. So much art and architectural elements. Stunning!

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@tinasavage674]

She's beautiful the kneeling lady 😊 thanks for the tour sue 😊

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I can't get over the art work here, down to their shoes, absolutely stunning

[@gregdiamond6023]

War is such a waste. It’s hard on parents. I’ve heard that it’s a pain they never get over. Especially true in the case of the soldier. Getting them through childhood was a challenge only to lose a 24 year old to the Great War.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

So very sad

[@trickytrixie5805]

That church in the background is absolutely amazing

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Pity it was closed when we went to see inside

[@p47thunderbolt21]

Another great video from a cemetary only 40kms away from our home. Thx Sue. X.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Oh wow! Have you been?

[@p47thunderbolt21]

@@SerenitySueGraveyards No Sue, we haven't been there. Just awkward to think that you are from ireland and you were so close to us. We would have invited you if we had known. 🤗

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

@p47thunderbolt21 ahh we could have met for a waffle, or my favourite over there was fresh strawberries and chocolate, OMG I've dreamed of that ever since 😋

[@johnlacroix1639]

WOW amazing TY so much ,,Keep up the great work,

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

You are so welcome

[@garywarren-gh8os]

I think the statue in the mausoleum looks rather hunting not having any pupils in her eyes.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Yes, she was kind of creep, especially those eyes

[@jeantaylor4215]

What a beautiful cemetery so serene and tranquil.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

I agree with you l, it was beautiful

[@annbirr6432]

What a gorgeous church

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

It is stunning

[@cathys7087]

So beautiful ❤

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thank you! 😊

[@jeannettetyler9038]

Such a beautiful cemetery and love your videos

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Thanks so much ❤️

[@moi57-m1l]

Why do you think that the statue of the young lady was creepy? I think it's rather beautiful in a melancholic way. It reminds me of Edgar Allen Poe's poem "Lenore - Ah broken is the golden bowl! the spirit flown forever!" 

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

Her eyes and nose have been removed, probably vandals, plus she gave me a fright when I looked in

[@moi57-m1l]

I used to live not far from the Laeken cemetery in Brussels and visited it often. I honestly don't remember this sculpture anymore, but it was a long time ago.

[@amilzola2321]

This version of The Thinker was not cast by Rodin, nor was the casting supervised by him by Rudier, from Rodin's work. There are IRRC about 27 bronze castings of this work extant today, some supervised and cast by Rodin, others not.

[@SerenitySueGraveyards]

www.laeken.brussels/en/laeken-cemetery/ this is where I got my information from

[@farhanashraf808]

I wish I can visit this graveyard historical and beautiful