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There are many beautiful places to visit on holidays, the fall of the jawNatural wonders Toenchanting hide. But for your next excursion, why not travel somewhere a little more unexpected? We think ... the library? Even if you are not the biggest literary lover, there are libraries around the world that should be appreciated for theirarchitecture alone. OfHistorical landmarks For modern masterpieces, we gathered the most beautiful libraries around the world that each traveler needs to visit.

Located a few kilometers from the capital of Spain from Madrid,Royal Library El Escorial was completed in 1584 at the Spanish Renaissance in San Lorenzo de El Escorial for the royal family. Thanks to its colorful history, the whole structure, including the library, has been declaredWorld Heritage Site by the United Nations Organization of Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) in 1984. With luxurious frescoes of artists likePELELGRINO TIBALDI, the library currently has an inventory of more than45,000 pounds.

Also called the "cathedral of books", theGeorge Peabody LibraryDesigned by Baltimore ArchitectEdmund George Lind, opened in 1878. As you can see in the image above, Lind's vision comes to life includes a massive skylight that extends over white cast iron balconies. Nowadays, the library is part of the library network of Johns Hopkins University.

Designed by the Austrian architectJosef Hueberand painted byBartolomeo Altomonte, the handsome gold-and-whitelibrary At the ADMONT ABBEY monastery was completed in 1776. The library holds approximately 70,000 books from the complete collection of 200,000,000 monastery - more than 1,400 8th century manuscripts right now, the library of The Admont Abbey is the largest monasteries library in the world.

The Beitou Library in Taipei, Taiwan, is not just beautiful. It isrespectful of nature, too much! Thelibrary, which opened in 2006 as part of the city's public library system, was designed by the Taiwanese society Bio-architecture formosana to limit the consumption of water and electricity. Surrounded by the greenery of Beitou Park, the original library in trees has more than 20,000 pounds for visitors.

While the original Alexandria library (which was founded byAlexander The Great) There are burn ages, its modern replacement is also something to amaze. Finished in 2002, the library was designed by a Norwegian consulting agency as part of an architectural design competition organized byUNESCO. The new library is not supposed to compete with the old monument destroyed; Instead, it is planned to "revive, in a modern aspect, a single World Heritage in the cultural history of humanity", according to the former Director General of UNESCOFederico Mayor.

Thislibrary Opened in 1887, giving Brazil citizens access to the largest collection of Portuguese literature outside Portugal. The unique combination of limestone, dark wood and stained glass used to create the building makes it one of the most amazing libraries. And almost350,000 works From literature, you could visit again and again and find something new and exciting to read.

Founded in the 12th century, theStrahov Monastery Is one of the oldest monasteries of the Czech Republic that always serves as a house at the monks. His library, which is composed of theTheological room (built in the late 1600s) and thePhilosophical room (built in the late 1700s), has a collection of200,000 volumes.

ThisLibrary in Mexico is admired for his striking and unique exterior. Located on Ciudad Universitaria campus from the Autonomous National University of Mexico (UNAM), the facade of the library is covered with murals painted by the artistJuan O'Gorman. The whole university, including its unique library, has been recognized as aWorld Heritage Site in 2007.

With its elegant white design, thePublic Library Stuttgart really allows literature doubling its shelves like the star ofspectacle. The nine-storey building, designed by the Korean architectEun Young Yiand open to the public in 2011, has been nationally appointedLibrary of the Year by the German library association only two years after opening.

Open in 2004,Architecturally abstract library is a collaboration betweenRem Koolhaas andJoshua Prince Ramus. Thanks to its unique design, the building was included in theAmerican Institute of Architects' List of America's 150 preferred structures in the United States. Standing 11 high floors, the library is currently the flagship building of the Seattle Public Library system.

When theHandelingenkamer Library was built at the end of the 19th century, there was no electricity. Thus, the architects who designed the building has made its roof a glass dome so that the natural light will filter during the day.

Today, although there is obviously electricity, the library's glass dome is still used to illuminate the scenic interior of space as long as the sun is in the sky. Oh, and the building is also the official library of theDutch Parliament, So when you are going to admire its beauty, you can also refresh your Dutchlaw.

Conceived byMexican architects Alberto Kalach andJuan Palomar, This fascinating library draws its name fromJosé Vasconcelos, A prominent writer, philosopher and politician during the Mexican revolution. Its unique steel shelves create a floating, multidimensional sensation that rivals with everything21st century design.

TheLaw Library State to monks, Iowa, is actually located on the second floor of theState Capitol Building. With a large Victorian-style hall, a spiral staircase, and lace like balconies, it is one of the most beautiful libraries in the United States. The Law Library is home to nearly 105,000 volumes, most of which treat state and federallegislature.

Geisel Library is the main library of the University of California in San Diego. Can assume that the builders building is a kind ofextraterrestrial spacecraftBut the futuristic work is actually that of the architectWilliam Pereria. The opening in 1970 as a central library, it was renamedGeisel Library In 1995 in honor ofTheodor Seuss Geisel, better known askids Author Dr. Seuss.

Located at Trinity College de Dublin, the oldest university in Ireland,THE OLD LIBRARY was built in the 18th century. It is the most famous for having welcomed the book of Kells, a manuscript of the Gospel of the 9th century. With its long corridors and dark woodwork, this transport library visitors of several centuries.

It is therefore not surprising that thisRoyal Formal Library is located ina palaceWhite marble and wood of Mafra Palace Library to specify that it is a place worthy of a king. Not only that, but the library, which goes back to the 18th century, also hosts rare works, such as the 15th centuryNuremberg's Chronicle and the 16th centuryTheatrum Orbis Terrarvm. It is certainly something to see.

Completed in 2004,This modern library is part of Zurich University. Designed by the Spanish architectSantiago CalatravaHe is best known for his central circular architecture. The floors of the white stone building and light wood balconies are beautifully lit by an elongated oval glass dome, making it a hot spot for photographers and bibliophiles as well. And for more unique buildings, see these20 superb houses from other things.

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