Gallery: 10 Of The Most Beautiful Libraries On The Planet

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10 Of The Most Beautiful Libraries On The Planet
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KAYLIA ZANCAN
Shao Feng

The first literary collections, eventually known as libraries, are thought to have originated as far back as ancient Mesopotamia. The Ancient Greeks, hungry for knowledge, are credited with the first library centers, and the Ancient Egyptians followed close behind erecting the single-most, cultural cornerstone in the ancient world—the Great Library of Alexandria.

Libraries are more than a structure to house manuscripts and rare collections. The very buildings themselves are architectural marvels, many standing the test of time to witness hundreds of lifetimes enter and leave their walls. Below are 10 of the most beautiful libraries the world has to offer:

About KAYLIA ZANCAN

lifestyle blogger + avocado aficionado

Lover of all things pumpkin spice. Happiest in sweater weather. Inflexible yogi still workin' on my King Pigeon. Binge-watcher of Riverdale. Love the smell of new books, not old ones. Eater of clean greens, peanut butter, and Panera Bread. Oh, and, #Jughead4Life. 

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