General Archive of the Indies (Archivo General de Indias)

Originally constructed as a merchant exchange in the heart of Seville, the General Archive of the Indies (Archivo General de Indias) stands as a testament to the city’s historical significance as a major commercial hub and port. This Renaissance-style building now safeguards an extensive collection of documents, chronicling Spain’s overseas possessions from the 15th to the 19th centuries. The archive spans over 6 miles (10 kilometers) of shelving, containing more than 43,000 volumes and 80 million pages. Visitors can explore this vast repository, gaining insight into the rich and complex history of Spain’s colonial past.