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Strahov Monastery Library

Theological Library, Strahov Monastery

Because monks spend their time in contemplation and study, monasteries can have richly ornamented libraries. The Strahov Monastery Library in Prague, Czechia, is one of the most impressive. It’s located a bit to the west of the castle and cathedral

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National and University Library

Reading Room, Slovene National and University Library

Not only is Ljubljana, Slovenia, a charming capital city — it’s also a World Heritage Site. And it’s listed because of architect Jože Plečnik. Between the World Wars he designed buildings and spaces in Ljubljana, taking it from a provincial

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Welcome to an old school internet party - no ads, no newsletters, nothing to sell, no affiliated links. Just a nerd posting nerdy things for other nerds. Enjoy!

So this website is mainly about the pretty pictures. There's a little writing for context, but follow the links in the Further Reading section at the bottom of the page if you want more details.

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