BINAES (National Library of El Salvador)
The most modern library in Central America.
4th East Street #124, in front of the Metropolitan Cathedral, San Salvador.
About BINAES (National Library of El Salvador)
The BINAES opened in 2023 on Plaza Barrios as the largest and most modern library in Central America, a donation from China with 7 levels and a capacity for over 4 million books. It features a cinema, technological areas, and free coworking spaces.
Details
Hours
Open 24 hours
Admission
Free
Best time to visit
Open 24 hours, every day.
Highlight
Open 24 hours
Brief History
The project began in 2021, and the BINAES opened on November 14, 2023, marking a turning point in the transformation of the Historic Center. It spans 24,000 square meters across seven levels, with a capacity for 3,600 people. More than just a library, it is a cultural and educational center: since its opening, it has hosted book fairs, interactive exhibitions, educational technology forums, and open recitals. It is managed by the Ministry of Culture.
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Location & Map
4th East Street #124, in front of the Metropolitan Cathedral, San Salvador.
Visit Tips
Open 24 hours: it's the only place in the Center where you can drop by at any hour.
Go up to the higher levels for a view of the Historic Center.
It has coffee inside, so it serves as a great long stop.
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