The Most Beautiful Libraries In the World
Libraries are the perfect place to discover new worlds and quench your thirst for knowledge.
However, libraries are a lot more than that, while they are a pillar of culture in our society, they are often architectural masterpieces.
So whether you actually want to take out a book or not, these libraries are some of the most beautiful places in the world!
Feast your eyes!
Real Gabinete Português de Leitura, Rio de Janeiro
The stunning archicture of this library attracts many visitors!
The library has an impressive neo-manueline style dating from the end of the 19th century, the architect Rafael Da Silva e Castro really didn't hold back: stained glass on the ceiling, precious wood, a chandelier takes center stage in the middle of the room, there is so much splendour to take in here!
The limestone facades in the library are also very carefully constructed and demonstrate illustrations of Portuguese explorers such as Vasco Da Gama.