From the depths of a Spanish valley, cradled by majestic mountains, rises the story of the Famille Concha de Concha. Here, in this Parisian resting place, lies a piece of their history, a connection to their origins. The name “Concha” itself whispers tales of their ancestral home, derived from the Latin word for “valley surrounded by mountains.” The Concha family’s roots trace back to the Torelavega district in Santander, Spain, later branching out to Santillana and Vizcaya. Their presence, etched in the very stones of this tomb, speaks volumes of their journey. The name, a beacon of their heritage, has seen variations over time, echoing through Cuenca, Conca, Conches, and De La Concha. These variations, like ripples in a pond, spread the family’s legacy across borders and generations. The Famille Concha de Concha, nestled here in Paris, represents a chapter in a story that began in the heart of Spain. Their tomb, a silent sentinel, guards the memory of their lineage, a testament to a family whose name resonated from the Spanish mountains to the heart of France.
Église Notre-Dame de l’Air
Beneath what appears to be a simple stone and wood structure lies a history interwoven with faith aviation and community.