National Library of Colombia, National library and cultural monument in Las Nieves district, Bogotá, Colombia.
The National Library of Colombia occupies a four-story building with Art Deco elements at the intersection of Calle 24 and Carrera 5 in Bogotá.
Founded in 1777 by Viceroy Manuel de Guirior, the institution began with books from expelled Jesuit communities under orders from King Charles III of Spain.
The library maintains over two million items, including 610 manuscripts, 48 universal books, and 30,000 publications from before 1800, documenting Colombian heritage.
Visitors can access reading rooms, research materials, and digital archives Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The institution stands as the first public library established in the Americas and received its national monument status through Decree 287 in February 1975.
Location: Bogotá
Inception: January 9, 1777
Part of: Ministry of Culture
Address: Calle 24 # 5-60 / Bogotá 110311 110311
Phone: +576013424100
Website: https://bibliotecanacional.gov.co
GPS coordinates: 4.60955,-74.06865
Latest update: May 12, 2025 02:06
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