Relief and reward for passengers as Rome's museum stations' finally open

"Metro passengers in Rome can now peruse ancient history while in transit after the opening of two long-awaited stations showcasing a vast trove of treasures unearthed during their construction including the remnants of a military barracks built during the reign of the emperor Trajan and 28 wells, along with the votives offered up in thanks. The Colosseo-Fori Imperiali, a sprawling station beside the Colosseum descending across four"

"Colosseo-Fori Imperiali contains the remains of a Republican-era townhouse and a thermal bath believed to date back to the beginning of Rome's imperial period, and 28 wells that were used long before the first aqueduct was invented. Dozens of relics found during the metro station's construction are displayed behind glass screens, including jugs, bowls and votives, such as a stag's antlers and hairpins, found in the wells."

Two new museum stations on driverless Metro C opened in Rome, linking suburbs to the centre while displaying archaeological finds uncovered during construction. Colosseo-Fori Imperiali descends across four levels and contains a Republican-era townhouse, a thermal bath from early imperial times, and 28 wells used long before aqueducts, with jugs, bowls and votive items displayed behind glass. Porta Metronia revealed a vast early second-century military barracks with a commander's house featuring frescoes and mosaic floors, located seven to twelve metres deep and predating the Aurelian walls. The openings provide commuter relief after long delays and add attractions for tourists.

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