Carmo Ruins

This amazing gothic monument, or what's left of it, was founded by Nuno Alvares Pereira, the commander that became a member of the Carmelite Order. Its construction was finished in 1423 and at that time was the biggest church in Lisbon.The ruins of the Carmo Church, left by the devastating earthquake in 1755, are best seen from the Baixa (downtown) especially from Rossio, from Graca or from St. George's Castle. They represent centuries of history and is home to the Archaeological Carmo Museum. In this museum there is a historical collection of inestimable value with pieces from prehistory to now. So, make sure you go beyond the external wealth of these ruins and take a look inside for an enriching insight into the past!