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Rome’s New Subway Stops Are Part Museum, Part Station

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Elisabetta PovoledoDecember 16, 2025 at 09:05 PM
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Two new subway stops on Rome's Line C, Colosseo and Porta Metronia, opened to passengers on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, after 11 years of construction. The stations function as both transportation hubs and museums, displaying ancient Roman artifacts discovered during excavation. At the Colosseo stop, commuters can view remains of thermal baths and ancient wells, while Porta Metronia features a military complex including barracks and a commander's villa. The initiative highlights the challenge and opportunity of building infrastructure in a city rich with archaeological history, allowing for the discovery and preservation of previously unknown artifacts. The mayor stated the project exemplifies how engineering can coexist with the city's historical layers.

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Reuters 30% Agence France-Presse 40% Elisabetta Povoledo ×250% Roberto Gualtieri ×260% Porta Metronia ×270% Line C 70% Colosseo Station ×380% Rome ×690%

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Center-Left (-0.30)
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Rome

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