Praça Dom Pedro IV
Attraction
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Lisbon's lively central plaza with a wavy cobblestone pattern, 2 baroque fountains & busy cafes.
Praça Dom Pedro IV, 1100-202 Lisboa, Portugal
Did You Know?
6 facts
1874
Official Name
The square was officially named Praça Dom Pedro IV in 1874 after the inauguration of the statue of Dom Pedro IV.
Rossio
Popular Name
Despite the official name, locals still refer to the square as Rossio, a name that predates the 1755 earthquake.
Common Land
Historical Significance
The name Rossio comes from the Portuguese word for 'common land,' reflecting its historical role as the central open area for the people of Lisbon.
Wave Pattern
Unique Paving
The square's distinctive wave pattern stone paving was added in the 19th century, designed to resemble the ocean but often disorienting late-night revelers.
