SAEDNEWS: Although reading books has declined, there are libraries around the world that are among the most beautiful and unusual libraries in the world, attracting people’s attention.
According to SAEDNEWS, Libraries are among the largest spaces where a vast number of books are made available for public reading, allowing people to use them to gain knowledge and learning. However, libraries can be divided into two categories: public and private. Unfortunately, one of the major concerns these days is the very low rate of reading per capita in our society, which could become disastrous in the coming years.
The serious consequences of declining book reading are largely due to the reduced spread of knowledge and the lowering of educational levels among people worldwide. Without reading, such a major crisis in societies can be anticipated.
Nevertheless, there are many libraries around the world with different and unique designs and appearances that may seem very strange and interesting to you. Therefore, in the following part, we will introduce some libraries from around the world to you.
Vatican Library, which contains 1.1 million books, was established in 1450 AD by order of Nicholas as a public place for researchers in Italy. In the Vatican Library, many artworks from the past are displayed, and most of the books in this library are in the fields of history, law, and philosophy.
Real Gabinete Português de Leitura library is located in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and was founded in 1837 by a group of refugees to promote science and literacy among the people. As shown in the image, this grand library features a large chandelier that can illuminate the entire space. Additionally, there is a slightly large globe inside the library on which a hand-drawn map of the world can be seen.
El Escorial Library, located in the city of Madrid, Spain, was founded in 1565 and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This place is one of the most royal sites in Spain and can be considered more like an ancient museum.
Wiblingen Abbey Library in Germany dates back to 1093 AD, making it one of the oldest libraries in the world; it can be considered one of the most ancient sites globally, and it also resembles a museum in preserving historical heritage and artifacts.
