Business Insider has ranked the most beautiful libraries in the 25 largest US cities, using census data to determine the cities included and awards from the American Institute of Architects and ...

and frescos, while Taipei's Beitou Branch resembles a treehouse more than a shelter for books. We scoured the internet and found 20 of the most beautifully designed libraries around the world.

Beyond that, some libraries possess unique architecture and design that make them beautiful buildings that millions have explored. These large libraries are more than just a place to find a book.

We have handpicked the most gorgeous libraries in the world for you to marvel at. Be it their modernist exteriors, palatial appearances, or detailed ceiling frescoes, they are as remarkable for ...