There are many great libraries around the world. Here are some of them:
1. Perpustakaan Stuttgart, Germany: This library has a unique building design and a minimalist impression. It has 11 floors, with 9 floors above ground and 2 floors below ground. The library is cubic in shape and has a dominant white color. It was designed by a Korean architect named Eun Young Yi and was inaugurated in October 2011[1].
2. Bodleian Library, Oxford University, England: This library is one of the largest in Europe and is connected to Redcliffe Camera. It has three historic reading rooms: Lower Reading Room, Upper Reading Room, and Duke Humfrey’s Library. The library houses more than one million rare books, ancient manuscripts, photo collections, world maps, posters, paintings, and influential art objects that have contributed to the development of science in the world. In addition to its collection, the library also has stunning architecture and was built by Yale University alumni[2].
3. Vatican Library, Vatican City: This library is one of the oldest in the world and is under the jurisdiction of the Roman Catholic Church. Its collection is a research source for disciplines such as history, law, philosophy, theology, and more. The Vatican Library currently houses more than 1.1 million books, 75,000 manuscripts, and more than 8,500 incunabula[3].
4. Library of Congress, Washington D.C., USA: This library is not only a national library but also the oldest library in America. It has a collection of more than 38 million books, manuscripts, and other materials in 470 languages. The library also has a stunning architecture and is a must-visit place for book lovers[4].
5. Qatar National Library, Qatar: This library has an area of approximately 45,000 square meters and was designed by OMA, a Dutch company. It consists of 27 floors with a height of 126.3 meters, making it the tallest library in the world. It is a great place for those who love to read and hang out[5].
6. Stockholm Public Library, Sweden: This library is a famous landmark in Stockholm and has a collection of hundreds of thousands of audio files, maps, images, newspapers, and manuscripts. The library is divided into three different buildings, and many people say that it is the largest library in the world in terms of the number of books and bookshelves available[4].
These libraries are just a few examples of the many great libraries around the world. They offer not only a vast collection of books but also stunning architecture and a unique experience for visitors.