I do love me some library — stacks of books in an elegant or imposing setting? Yes! And the George Peabody Library in Baltimore comes through on both counts. George Peabody was a local wealthy merchant and donated money in
Strahov Monastery Library
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
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
