Carmo Convento is actually a ruin of a 14th-century convent that was destroyed by an infamous earthquake and fire. On Nov. 1, 1755, one of the deadliest earthquakes of all time shook Lisbon. Buildings ...

Portugal's romantic city of Lisbon boasts beautiful weather, historical landmarks and amazing cuisine. To help you make the most of your trip, here are five must-see spots in Portugal's charming ...

The Igreja do Carmo or The Convent of Our Lady of Mount Carmel was founded in late 14th century by Nuno Álvares Pereira, supreme military commander of the king of Portugal. The convent was completely ...

LISBON, Portugal – The weather-bleached stone pillars and bare, soaring arches of the 14th-century Carmo Convent poke up like a skeleton, standing as a monument to one of the strongest earthquakes ...

Due to a fire in 1988, the Chiado district of Lisbon had many of its buildings damaged or partially destroyed by the flames, and an intense restoration and recovery project led by Álvaro Siza has been ...

LISBON -- The roofless ruins of the 14th-century Carmo Convent are an eerie sight. The weather-bleached stone pillars and bare, soaring arches poke skyward like a skeleton, left as a monument to one ...