Sede de la Biblioteca Nacional de España en Alcalá de Henares
Sede de la Biblioteca Nacional de España en Alcalá de Henares, Branch office of National Library of Spain in Alcalá de Henares, Spain
Description
The Sede de la Biblioteca Nacional de España in Alcalá de Henares is a branch facility with six square towers designed for storage. The shelves within these towers are organized to accommodate millions of documents in a structured system.
History
The facility opened in 1986 and has undergone successive expansions to meet growing storage needs. The first phase was completed in 1993, followed by additional towers added in 2000.
Culture
The collection holds modern books, newspapers, magazines, scores, maps, and posters that are carefully organized and preserved. Visitors can encounter the diversity of these materials, which reflects the broad spectrum of the nation's knowledge and heritage.
Practical
The facility is accessible by public transportation, and visiting hours follow a regular weekly schedule. Guests should confirm in advance which areas are open to the public, as access may be limited due to the nature of the archive.
Did you know?
What sets this facility apart is an automated storage system featuring robotic towers that manage two million books using computer-controlled mechanical arms. This technology allows efficient handling of vast collections in a compact space.
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