The Hindu section at Rookwood Cemetery
A Hindu community section at Rookwood General Cemetery.
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Location
Hindu section at Rookwood General Cemetery
Monument types
Hindu community section
What to know
Burial customs
Cremation is the norm, following prompt rites, with ashes traditionally immersed in flowing water. Some families choose burial or the interment of ashes with a memorial.
The headstone
Where memorials are used, monuments may bear symbols such as Om; granite is common.
Visiting
Families remember the deceased on anniversaries (shraddha) and significant days.
Inscriptions
Usually the name and dates in English and an Indian language, sometimes with the Om symbol.
Headstone rules in this section
Hindu memorials following the community's tradition and the cemetery's rules.
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Frequently asked
Where is the Hindu section at Rookwood Cemetery?
Hindu section at Rookwood General Cemetery
What are the headstone rules in this section?
Hindu memorials following the community's tradition and the cemetery's rules.
What are the visiting customs?
Families remember the deceased on anniversaries (shraddha) and significant days.
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