Top 10 Libraries across the Globe
There could be ample number of reasons to explore the astounding places of the world but for a book lover, nothing is more alluring than an appropriate place to read books and a perfect place where they can find quality content books. Book lovers across the world travel towards various places in search of a perfect place to enjoy reading their favorite book. Below is the list of libraries around the world which every book lover should explore.
The Royal Library Copenhagen in Denmark
This library is the national library of Demark and also the university library of University of Copenhagen. The Royal Library Copenhagen is the largest library among the Nordic countries. This library is one of the most astonishing libraries in the world.
George Peabody Library, Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore
Also known as the library of the Peabody Institute and 19th century research library of the Johns Hopkins University. This library's interior is stunning and it was designed by Baltimore architect Edmund G. Lind that too in association with the first Peabody provost, Nathaniel H. Morison.
Library of Congress, Washington DC in USA
It is reputed as the research library which serves United States Congress. It is also the second largest library in the world according to the collection size. Library of Congress is also one of the most gorgeous libraries in the world.
Central Library of Vancouver in Canada
It is the public library system for the locals of the Vancouver city in British Columbia. The architecture of the library is highly impressive and this library has also been used as a shooting location in many TV serials and movies of Hollywood.
Musashino Art University Museum and Library in Tokyo
The Musashino Art University is an amazing library which is made of bookshelves and offers perfect ambiance to the book lovers. Here you can simply read your favorite book sitting in any corner of the library.
New York Public Library, New York in USA
It is a public library system in New York City and it is the fourth largest public library in the world. This library has branches as well in the boroughs of Staten Island, The Bronx and Manhattan. Further this library was developed in 19th century and is one of the perfect places in New York if you have keen interest in reading.
Trinity College Old Library in Dublin
This library is in service for the Trinity College as well as University of Dublin. Regarded as the largest library in Ireland and this particular library is also the all time home of the famous Book of Kells. This library is so spectacular that a book lover would not want to leave this library.
Royal Portuguese Reading Room, Rio De Janeiro in Brazil
It is one of the outstanding places in the world to enjoy reading. Royal Portuguese Reading Room is truly a paradise for the book lovers and is a vibrant gothic ode to literature. This library is really grand and majestic and is just like the king of libraries.
Admont Abbey Library, Admont in Austria
Admont Abbey is basically a Benedictine monastery which is positioned on the Enns River in the famous town of Admont which is in Austria. Moreover, Admont Abbey houses the largest monastic library in the world. It is well known for its Baroque architecture, manuscripts and art.
Austrian National Library in Vienna
It is the largest library in Austria and it houses 7.4 million items in its various collections. This library is beautifully located in the Hofburg Palace in Vienna from the year 2005. There are four museums and also multiple special collections and archives in the library complex. The architecture of the library is really breathtaking and amazing.
