View from the top of the lift looking towards the castle:
The Carmo Convent is a beautiful shell of a building, a reminder of the 1755 earthquake, when the roof collapsed onto the congregation inside. It is now an open air museum with pieces of architecture from all over the city:
There was a mirror set up for selfies, so I couldn’t resist:
A slide show described the history of the convent, but unfortunately it broke down in the middle:
I was feeling peckish at this point, so I stopped for a banana pancake:
It was a beautifully sunny day (and probably the last one!). Everyone was out and about, strolling near the waterfront:
I joined the crowds and sat in the sun with a small beer:
Dinner was pretty delicious at the Bessa Restaurant:
The boss kept his eye on everything:
Luscious dessert of chocolate mousse:
Another good day.
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