Taj Mahal, in Agra, India is the world's most photographed and famous mausoleum.	The Pyramids of Giza in Egypt are among the oldest and largest mausoleums known to man.	The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, in Arlington National Cemetery, is perhaps the most recognized mausoleum in North America.

Serving also as a columbarium, and inspiring with its luminous, stained glass-domed atrium, the Circle of Peace is the only round mausoleum in California. Equally beautiful is our Hillside Garden, with its views of San Francisco Bay.

Indoor and outdoor mausoleum options, including the Circle of Peace

A mausoleum is an above-ground structure constructed to hold one or more caskets or urns. It’s the perfect choice for people with an aversion to being buried in the earth, or those who wish to provide guests with the comfort and convenience of indoor visiting. Chapel of the Chimes Hayward offers a number of mausoleum choices.

Circle of Peace Mausoleum

Set within the lush gardens of the memorial park is the Circle of Peace mausoleum, the only round mausoleum in California. Featuring an exquisite, domed stained-glass ceiling, the mausoleum can accommodate both caskets and urns. A limited number of Family estates are also available within the mausoleum. Family estates can accommodate multiple generations of a family and provide an increased sense of privacy. Ask for details.

Private Mausoleums

A private mausoleum is a structure built for a specific family. It may be designed to hold any number caskets and/or urns. A private mausoleum allows one or more generations of a family to be placed together, and pays lasting tribute to a family name.
A private mausoleum can be built in any number of styles. A garden mausoleum, for example, offers the dignity of above-ground entombment with the natural beauty of an outdoor environment. A chapel mausoleum is a walk-in structure that provides full protection from the weather and an increased sense of security and tranquility.
At Chapel of the Chimes Hayward, each private mausoleum is custom-designed to the taste and budget of the family. If you’d like more information about mausoleum space, call for a free, no-obligation consultation.