Jefferson library is a must see. Also look for the quotes on the walls, very inspirational
The Royal Danish Library is a beautiful addition to the Copenhagen cityscape. Its glistening exterior & housing of rare national treasures, makes it truly a black diamond, as it is called in Danish.
Awe-inspiring architecture and many interesting historical objects throughout. Didn't have an opportunity to use it for its main purpose (study/read), but the building was created to impress.
Beautiful and pleasant place to take a break, curl up with the newspaper or a book, charge your phone, use the internet, or get some work done.
The Folger Shakespeare Library owns 79 of 240 first editions of the collected works of Shakespeare that are known to exist including the only known copy of Titus Andronicus. -- Green Guide Editor
The Dance film archives are the BEST! Give yourself a treat and spend 2-3 hours viewing masterpieces! The library staff will 'wow' you with their expertise and suggestions.
Find a small publication bound in leathery light gray material. Titled Narrative of the Life of James Allen, it is a well-preserved book bound in the skin of its author.
Over 200.000 books about the Hasbourg monarchy, the main hall seems like a dream. Franz Josef exhibition is held there and you can learn a lot about the eternal emperor.
5 Every Day says, "A temple to high culture that loans out sheet music, obscure design magazines, prints, and even vinyl records. Best enjoyed with a picnic blanket, in the sunshine, on the grounds." Read more.
Take a break from the city and come into this new architectural haven for Copenhagen's main library. Enjoy a coffee and a good read by the window
If you're in the area and have time to explore, the second floor rotunda, which features a Lee Lawrie bronze Zodiac and large scale paintings by Julian Garnsey, is breathtaking.
Don't miss browsing here. Wonderful collection of sketchbooks. Definitey worth a stop.
Not only books, they have good facilities such as auditorium and exhibition space. Wide range of magazines there.
Hidden gem. This national Library was built in a historic building completed in 1925 although its history traces to nineteenth century.Extensive collections include Chile's first newspaper.
Balcony on the third floor is an excellent place to spend the afternoon when the weather's nice.
How can one go wrong with 150-year-old boutique library and the longest running chess club. Probably my most meaningful membership in the city.
One of Nashville's true treasures. Although it's less than a decade old, it feels like someplace historical. Stunning architecture and helpful staff. Check out the Nashville Room! Awesome exhibits too
Very good library, the concerts are amazing, it's more than a library.
Go to the silent room where its cosy and warm during winter and watching snow from the window!
"Peculiar travel suggestions are dancing lessons from God." - Kurt Vonnegut
The most classic library in Bangkok! Very quiet and lots of books. Honestly, I love smell of the books in 2nd floor I don't know why lol
Very unique art corner in the city. Super cool interior, nice staff, original menu. The place is good for events, presentations, screenings, etc.
Great place to work and study. Has creative workshops, like knitting and stencilling on the top floor.
One of the openly hidden secrets off Amsterdam. Step inside the history of the city. (and the most part it's even free of charge)
Go up to the non-fiction and spend some time sitting in an alcove overlooking the Carnegie Museum of Natural History. It's a great people-watching spot.
Check out the "Ghost Writer" sculpture in the lobby - 2500 aluminum elements suspended by 900 wires. See the "face" from the 3rd floor.
Contemporary exterior & interior. Entrance is memorable, esp. when you make the turn towards the elevators (that appear to sit on water). Be sure to look up. Really beautiful yet functional library.
An important new library at USP, the biggest university in Brazil. José Mindlin an entrepreneur and lawyer donated all his books to the university.
Check out the life-size chess set on the rooftop & the two art galleries.
We went to Casablanca for a day and we're looking for events. We went there for a concert and it was well-organized. Nice to find such places.
Чудесное место! Принесла книги по киноискусству и взяла с полки буккроссинга Булычева и Лукьяненко.
This place is amazing. Knowledge stacked in bookshelves. They can get you any book.
Built in the late 1880s, this Rio de Janeiro library houses more than 350,000 books on its stunning Gothic shelves. Read more.
This is one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. A must see when in Baltimore.
Definitely buy your tickets online to avoid waiting in a huge line. (Pro tip: you can buy on your phone when you get there.) The Book of Kells has a cool history, but the Long Room is amazing!
Somehow, the 80 people together in a huge room of this Library manage how to keep the quietness of the whole building. It's an awesome place to do some work or simply chill out. A monument to books!
Beautiful architectural design! Loved the interior. I also enjoyed the bits of its collection that I saw. I could have easily spent a day there. (nerdy tourist from the U.S.)
Wonderful gathering place in downtown Vancouver. Once they complete the reno's to open up they rooftop it's going to be amazing!
The map room is particularly cool. Obviously the architecture is great inside and out.
10 floors. 2 hidden gardens on balconies. Free wifi. A cafe on ground floor with mezzanine above. Link to the REP. Shakespeare memorial room at the top! Great for tourists! Great for photography!
Check the Divinity room for all you Harry Potter crazies out there! They filmed a few scenes in their including the Infirmary and Dance lesson scene! Nothing more 'historic' to add I'm afraid!
Designed by one of the top architects (郭英釗) in Taiwan. Visually relaxing & green design. A great place to spend an afternoon. Read more.
Nice place to visit, great architecure (it's like a book) and you can even visit the inner part and some exhibitions !
The best library in town: so much to discover! Plus, it´s elegant and calm. Ideal to read, study, write, or simply daydream.
An amazing library with special collections tucked into hidden corners. Visit the cafeteria in the basement.
It's the largest library in the Spanish-speaking world and is responsible for identifying, preserving, conserving and promoting information about Spain's cultural heritage. Read more.
