Casa de la Moneda de Venezuela, National mint building in Maracay, Venezuela
Casa de la Moneda de Venezuela is a mint facility in Maracay that spreads across a large estate and houses specialized departments for banknote production and security printing. The facility includes modern production plants, a museum, and administrative areas that all serve currency and document creation.
The institution was founded in 1802 as the Royal Mint of Caracas and originally produced coins in the capital. In 1999 it moved to Maracay and expanded its work to include banknote and security printing production.
The building maintains a museum where visitors can follow the development of Venezuelan currency and financial systems across different periods. The collections show how banknotes and official documents have changed over time.
The site is sprawling and takes time to explore, so wear comfortable shoes and plan for a full visit. The museum offers insight into production processes and the history of Venezuelan currency through exhibits and guided tours.
The facility operates a comprehensive waste management system that processes and reuses all production waste. The treated water is then used to irrigate the green spaces surrounding the complex.
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