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【Portugal】A monastery in Lisbon famous for its cat

This is the "Carmo Convent" located in Lisbon, a church ruin that collapsed due to the earthquake in 1755. The building at the back has been turned into an archaeological museum. It displays mummies and historical artifacts, making it a fascinating place to visit. The star of this monastery/museum is this cat 🐈⬛. Wearing a collar, it leisurely strolls around the premises. Many visitors snap photos of the cat as it relaxes and rolls around 📷. At the souvenir shop, you can even find merchandise featuring this popular cat (named Carlota)! If you visit the Carmo Convent, be sure to look out for Carlota 🐈⬛.
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