Book lovers would be amazed at the collection of historic books that line the shelves in the library at the Stift Melk in Austria, Europe. When you enter the library, the decor is breathtaking and tall book shelves tower above you filled with incredible historic books.
A balcony above the first level has shelves where many more rows hold more of these rare books. Each book has gold colored inlay on the cover of the books and they too sparkle in the lighting of the library.
Not only do the books glisten, but the entire interior of the library is done in gold and brown hues which also reflect the light. Students that attend school at the Stift Melk make full use of the library and can find their research in any of the approximate...
... 100,000 books and historic manuscripts at the library.
To view this amazing collection of books, the incredible architecture of the building and the stunning frescoes painted on the domed shaped ceiling, you must book a tour. Here you will be shown around the Stift Melk by a guide who will be able to answer any questions visitors to the library may have.
The Stift Melk library is home to some of the finest architecture found throughout Austria and should be seen on your travels.
Library at the Stift Melk, Monastery, Melk, Austria, Europe. UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Rows and rows of historic books fill the golden shelves in the library at the Stift Melk in Austria, Europe.
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