Breathtaking Libraries Around the World

  • The Vatican Library, is the library of the Holy See, currently located in Vatican City. It is one of the oldest libraries in the world and contains one of the most significant collections of historical texts. Formally established in 1475, though in fact much older, it has 75,000 codices from throughout history.From July 2007 the library has been temporarily closed to the public for rebuilding, which is expected to be completed by September 2010.