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The most beautiful libraries in the world
By telling the stories of the past and present, the world's best libraries keep communities and societies together. The thousands of books on their shelves, sorted and classified, enable readers to expand and increase their knowledge. Reading rooms provide a safe space where people gather to work, do research, learn or talk about their passions.
Ancient or modern buildings, they house all the knowledge contained in books and much more, works of art, incunabula...bibliographic treasures in unique spaces.
Here are the most beautiful libraries in the world.
The most beautiful libraries in the world
Whether you are an admirer of beautiful architecture or an avid bibliophile, these beautiful bookstores from around the world will be part of your literary wish list. (Source: Elledecor)
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Library Strahov, Prague, Czech Republic
Founded in 1679, the monastery library at Strahov is considered one of the best preserved historical libraries, with its thousands of books dating back to the 16th century.
Central Library, Seattle, USA
The 11-story glass-and-steel structure houses more than a million books and hundreds of computers, as well as a lounge area where librarians can interact with users and provide guidance for any needs. Perhaps the library's most innovative feature is Book Spiral, a spiral bookcase in the center of the building connected by ramps.
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State Library Victoria, Melbourne, Australia
One of the world's first free public libraries, State Library of Victoria has always been a place of discovery and education since 1854.
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Library of Vennesla, Norway
The city's cultural center, the wood-and-glass library houses nearly 80,000 items from its collection, a café and spaces for concerts, performances and art exhibitions.
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Biblioteca do Palacio Nacional de Mafra, Portugal
The rococo splendor of the palace at Mafra was built in 1771 by the royal court architect Manuel Caetano de Sousa to be used as a museum. In 1745, the Pope granted the royal commission permission to house the "forbidden books," which are still part of the collection of 35,000 leather-bound copies.
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St. Gallen Abbey Library, Switzerland
Nearly 160,000 volumes make up the intricate carved wooden shelves, all available for public use.
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National Library Klementinum, Prague, Czech Republic
The library was first opened in 1722 as part of a Jesuit university, but now functions as the National Library of the Czech Republic, with more than 20,000 volumes of foreign theological literature.
Library of the Abbey of Admont, Austria
Part of one of Austria's oldest and largest monasteries, the Admont Abbey Library sports a stunning Baroque-style setting and boasts an impressive collection of 70,000 volumes.
Austrian National Library, Vienna, Austria
A former court library of the House of Habsburg, this Baroque treasure houses more than 7 million volumes dating back to the 4th century
Library of Trinity College, Dublin, Ireland
Completed in 1733 by Irish architect Thomas Burgh, the library's 18th-century Long Room houses the institution's oldest collection.
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The debate was generated by a tweet from journalist Jacqui Deevoy, who wondered how it was possible that the sun had 'changed colour' from what she remembered as a child. The answer, however, is one that leaves one somewhat appalled, as there is no real unequivocal answer.
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His conquests throughout Europe and beyond make him one of the finest military strategists ever, but his importance is not limited only to victories in the field. Also important were some campaigns, such as the one in Egypt, which returned priceless treasures to the world.
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Art galleries private collections
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Art galleries private collections