
4.4 ·
Visit a Renaissance archive listed as a World Heritage site and filled with documents of the Spanish Empire. Entry is free, which makes it an easy stop.
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The Archivo de Indias is a Renaissance building listed as a World Heritage site that displays documents on the Spanish Empire. A reviewer explains that Charles III established the archive in 1785 to hold documents from the colonies.
It is free to enter, closed on Mondays and open from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM on Saturdays. A visit takes about three quarters of an hour.
The Archivo de Indias is a Renaissance building listed as a World Heritage site that displays documents on the Spanish Empire. A reviewer explains that Charles III established the archive in 1785 to hold documents from the colonies.
It is free to enter, closed on Mondays and open from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM on Saturdays. A visit takes about three quarters of an hour.
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45 min
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morning, lunchtime or afternoon
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Moderate walking
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One of most fascinating places I've ever visited. Really makes so clear the importance of historical records, and of archiving then properly. Have wanted to visit here for ages and I was not disappointed. I loved it.
Liz Morris
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