Avalon Cemetery
Avalon Cemetery is a cemetery in Soweto, South Africa. It was established in 1972, covering 170 hectares. Wikidata records 2 notable interments here, including Hector Pieterson, Margaret Singana.
At a glance
| Location | Soweto, South Africa |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | -26.29639, 27.86222 (source: Wikidata) |
| Established | 1972 |
| Era | Mid 1900s |
| Area | 170 hectares |
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Notable interments
2 notable figures are documented here in Wikidata, each with a Wikipedia article and recorded burial place.
- Hector Pieterson (1963–1976), activist
- Margaret Singana (1938–2000), singer, musician
Common questions
Where is Avalon Cemetery?
Avalon Cemetery is in Soweto, South Africa, at coordinates -26.2964, 27.8622.
When was Avalon Cemetery established?
Avalon Cemetery was established in 1972, according to Wikidata.
Who is buried at Avalon Cemetery?
Wikidata documents 2 notable interments at Avalon Cemetery, including Hector Pieterson, Margaret Singana.
Records and sources
- Wikidata: Q4827565 (CC0, the source for the facts on this page)
- Wikipedia article
- Burial records on Find a Grave (external, not affiliated)