It was opened on 31 March 2001 as part of the inaugural section of the line, from Central to Terminal Samambaia and Praça do Relógio.

[1] The station got its name because it is located under the Galeria dos Estados, one of the main shopping areas in central Brasília, and also serves as a pedestrian crossing.

In addition to stairs and escalators, the station can also be accessed by elevator, making it easier for people with disabilities to get around.

[2] The South Access is the closest to the ticket counters and platforms, but is far from the Galeria dos Estados.

After this period, the objects are donated to the Brasília Regional Administration while the documents are sent to the Correios.