Rossio
Rossio is a metro station in Lisbon located near Praça Dom Pedro IV and part of the city's metro network on the yellow line. The station has two main entrances from the square, one equipped with an elevator, and connects to other transportation options including trams and trains.
The station opened in 1963 as the first metro extension from the main lines. Following a major renovation in 1998, archaeological remains were discovered beneath the site, including Roman ruins and remains of an old hospital built during King John II's reign.
The name Rossio refers to Praça Dom Pedro IV, one of Lisbon's main public squares and a hub where residents and travelers naturally meet. The station serves as a gateway to this lively area where locals spend time at cafes and street performers engage passersby.
The station operates early morning to late night and provides elevators and ramps for people with reduced mobility. Tickets can be purchased at machines or service counters, and facilities include restrooms and bicycle parking.
Beneath the station, remains of an old hospital destroyed during the 1755 earthquake were uncovered during renovation work. These archaeological finds reveal how layers of history lie hidden beneath this modern transport hub in the city's center.
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