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Rossio Square, also known as Pedro IV Square, has been one of the main squares in Lisbon since the Middle Ages. In the centre is the Column of Pedro IV, King of Portugal and the first Emperor of Brazil. Portugal's National Theatre is located on the north side of the square. Rossio is the liveliest square in the city, where people stop to sit and relax, or for a drink at the several atmospheric cafés with outdoor seating (the most popular is the art-deco "Cafe Nicola" on the western side). On either side of the square are two baroque fountains, and in the centre is a monument measuring 27 meters in height. It consists of a pedestal with marble allegories of Justice, Wisdom, Strength, and Moderation, qualities attributed to Dom Pedro IV, whose statue stands on top of the monument.
