Carmo Church

This 18th-century Catholic church features a neoclassical facade combined with baroque and rococo architectural styles. It is renowned for its elaborate azulejo tile mosaics that depict the founding scene of the Carmelite order and a rich iconographic program related to the Passion. The church was built by the Carmelite order and includes notable gilded sculptures enhancing its interior.

Recognized as a national monument, the church holds historical and artistic significance and represents an important example of religious architecture and Portuguese tile craftsmanship. It offers guided tours and is part of cultural heritage circuits focusing on history, sacred art, and architecture.

The architect credited with the design is José Figueiredo Seixas. The church remains an active place of worship within the Roman Catholic tradition and stands as a prominent landmark in the cultural landscape of the city.