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Which is more expensive: cremation or burial?

When a loved one passes away, financial considerations are a major factor for families. Therefore, many wonder which is more expensive: cremation or burial. To help you make an easier decision when the time comes to plan a funeral, Stelae has analysed the costs of both funeral services.

What determines the price of a cremation or burial?

The price of a cremation or burial is influenced by a variety of factors:

A complete guide to the largest cemeteries in Spain

Cemeteries not only provide us with somewhere to pay our respects to loved ones, but they also hide secrets which can tell us so much more about these places of remembrance. We can find sculptures, unusual funerary monuments, tombs of famous people and other peculiarities that all share an important historical and cultural value. Today at Stelae, we will delve into this as we take a look at the largest cemeteries in Spain.

How much does a cremation with burial cost?

At Stelae we will explain the factors that influence the price of a cremation with burial. We will also look at the advantages of choosing this option. How much does a cremation with burial cost?

What is a cremation with burial?

When a loved one is cremated, there is a choice between a direct cremation or other options. One of these options is a cremation with burial of the ashes. This consists of the interment of the deceased’s ashes in a final resting place, which may be a columbarium or some other innovative form of burial site.

Types of inheritance

What is inheritance and how many different types of inheritance are there? At Stelae, we will explain all about the inheritance process including the parts of inheritance, taxes, expenses and much more.

What is inheritance?

According to the RAE dictionary definition, inheritance is ‘the set of assets, rights and obligations of someone which are transferable to their heirs or legatees upon their death'.