Cities of The World -- Lisbon -- Through the unique, architecture of the main entrance to Lisbon's Central Station, visitors can get this view of the National theater which faces the Plaza Rossio. April 22, 1955. (Photo by United Press).

Cities of The World -- Lisbon -- Through the unique, architecture of the main entrance to Lisbon's Central Station, visitors can get this view of the National theater which faces the Plaza Rossio. April 22, 1955. (Photo by United Press).
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