generate questions: Inns are buildings where travellers can seek lodging and, usually, food and drink. They are typically located in the country or along a highway. In Europe, they possibly first sprang up when the Romans built a system of roads two millennia ago.[citation needed] Some inns in Europe are several centuries old. In addition to providing for the needs of travellers, inns traditionally acted as community gathering places.
Where is an inn typically located? {sep_token} In addition to providing for the needs of travelers what was another typical use for an inn? {sep_token} How old are some of the inns in Europe? {sep_token} Aside from lodging, what amenities are often offered at inns? {sep_token} What road is an inn often located near? {sep_token} How many thousand years ago did the Romans build their road system? {sep_token} About how old are the oldest inns in Europe? {sep_token} What role did inns serve other than housing travelers?