Library of the Senate of Spain, Main parliamentary library in Plaza de España, Madrid, Spain
The Library of the Senate of Spain maintains collections of legislative documents, historical records, and legal materials within a neoclassical building complex.
Founded in 1834, the library emerged from a former Augustinian convent, experiencing transformations through Spain's political changes from monarchy to republic to democracy.
The library contains extensive collections documenting Spain's legislative evolution, constitutional development, and parliamentary procedures across different governmental periods.
Researchers and visitors can access the library's resources through scheduled appointments, with guided tours available upon prior reservation through the Senate's official channels.
The reading room, designed by Emilio Rodríguez Ayuso in 1882, replaced religious elements with academic infrastructure while maintaining the building's architectural integrity.
Location: Madrid
Inception: 1834
Part of: Senate of Spain
Address: Plz. de la Marina Española, 8 28071 28071
Phone: +34914036322
Email: biblioteca@senado.es
Website: http://senado.es/cgi-bin/abweb/les-ES/T1/S1
GPS coordinates: 40.42045,-3.71270
Latest update: March 15, 2025 10:30
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