A selection of photos of the amazing library.

We present you a selection of photos of the amazing library. The main building of the library of the National Autonomous University of Mexico in Mexico City, part of the unique architectural ensemble of the University, which received World Heritage status. The library is a tall building, decorated with frescoes by Juan O`Gormana. The height, shape and unusual design of the library distinguish it from other buildings of the University.





In the library of rare books named after Thomas Fischer at the University of Toronto is Canada's largest collection of historical books. The collection can be seen ancient manuscripts, important scientific documents and engravings of the 17th century. The library collection includes sample collection "Mathematical Principles of Natural Philosophy" Newton and 2 copies of the Nuremberg Chronicle, dating from the year 1493



Thanks to a stunning design and architecture of the Philological Library has gained a reputation as one of the most unusual in the world of libraries. The library, built in 2005 by architect Norman Foster, was nicknamed "The Brain of Berlin."



At Yale University in Connecticut is Beinecke Library, the construction of which was carried out since 1960. Funding for construction was due to the alumni of the University. To avoid damage to old books, the building must maintain a strictly defined temperature and humidity. Not all students have the right books to take home.



Library at the University of Coimbra is the second largest library in Portugal. The library was opened in 1537 and consists of 2 separate buildings. The four floors of the library are more than a million books.



The National Library in Minsk, Belarus. Modern building of the National Library of Belarus holds more than 8 million. Books here as well is the only observation deck in Minsk.



Pontifical Lateran library in Rome, Italy was founded in 1854. Books that are in it, used to belong to the priests and noble Italian families.



Library at the University of Pompeu Fabra in the history of its existence, and has a water tower and fire station and hospital.



Library Joe and Ricky mansueti university Chikago- is an architectural masterpiece of Helmut Jahn. Books in the library are stored in the cells of stainless steel and are supplied with a special automatic device.



Of course, this is just a small part of those unusual library, which can be found in different countries.

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