Rosslyn

Rosslyn is a toponym that refers to more than one place, with the two best-known uses in the United States and Scotland. It is also used for several smaller communities and landmarks around the world.

Rosslyn, Virginia, United States, is a census-designated place in Arlington County, just across the Potomac River from Washington, D.C. It forms part of the Washington metropolitan area and serves as a commercial and transportation hub. The neighborhood features high-rise office buildings, hotels, and residential developments. Rosslyn is served by the Rosslyn station on the Washington, D.C. area Metro, which provides access to the Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines. The area has grown as a center for government offices, media, and private-sector workplaces, and it is known for its proximity to the Key Bridge and various urban amenities.

Rosslyn Chapel, commonly referred to as Rosslyn Chapel, is located in the village of Roslin, near Edinburgh, Scotland. The Collegiate Chapel of St Matthew was founded in 1446 by William Sinclair, 1st Earl of Caithness. The building is celebrated for its ornate carvings, including the famous Apprentice Pillar and a profusion of symbolic motifs. After a period of decline, the chapel underwent restoration in the 19th and 20th centuries and remains an active parish church as well as a major tourist attraction. In popular culture, Rosslyn Chapel has been associated with legends of the Holy Grail and gained renewed attention from modern novels and films.

In addition to these, the name Rosslyn appears in various other locales and landmarks, reflecting its use as a place name in different regions.