National Library of Venezuela

The National Library of Venezuela is housed in a distinctive brutalist concrete building completed in the late 1980s in central Caracas. The structure contains millions of books organized into multiple collections including periodicals, documents, and Venezuelan publications.

The institution was founded in 1833 when Venezuela established its first national repository for recorded knowledge. Since its creation, it has grown into one of the country's main centers for preserving and sharing information.

The library holds extensive collections of Venezuelan literature and periodicals that visitors can access on-site. These materials allow you to experience and explore the country's cultural voice directly.

The building sits near the central Foro Libertador plaza and is easy to reach on foot. Visitors should check opening hours in advance and plan time to browse through the extensive collection available.

The library operates a digital management system that enables efficient cataloging of materials and reader access to information. Beyond this technological infrastructure, the institution connects with hundreds of other libraries across the country.

Location: Caracas

Inception: July 13, 1833

Architects: Tomás José Sanabria

Website: http://bnv.gob.ve

GPS coordinates: 10.51200,-66.91240

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43