Lisbon

Places in this region

Image of Carmo Convent Ruins located in Lisbon, Portugal | The roofless convent
Lisbon, Portugal

Carmo Convent Ruins

Legacy of the earthquake that nearly wiped Lisbon off the face of the Earth

"Come, ye philosophers, who cry, 'All’s well,' and contemplate this ruin of a world." -Voltaire, 1756 One of the deadliest earthquakes in history struck Lisbon on All-Saint's day, November... »

Unique Collections, Memento Mori, Disaster Areas, Incredible Ruins | Edited by Annetta and Dylan

Image of Belem Tower Rhinoceros (Torre de Belém) located in Lisbon, Portugal | Rhinoceros
Lisbon, Portugal

Belem Tower Rhinoceros (Torre de Belém)

A king's pet, a pope's gift, an artist's inspiration, and a tragic shipwreck

The first rhinoceros to set foot on European soil since Roman times did not last long. Surviving the 120-day sea voyage to Portugal, the rhino was a diplomatic gift from India. Arriving in 1515,... »

Strange Statues, Architectural Oddities | Edited by Annetta and wythe