February is National Library Month. Here’s where to celebrate.
This library hall features gilded globes and enchanting frescos. It dates back as early as 1622 when the Jesuits first started construction, and was built over 170 years, highlighted by the various building designs throughout.
Royal Portuguese Reading Room, Rio de Janeiro
This library was built in 1880 and features a cathedral-like reading room with a stained-glass dome, ornate bookshelves and wooden galleries. Located in Rio, it holds the largest collection of Portuguese literature outside of Portugal.
This historic library is one of the earliest surviving libraries in Italy. Construction started in 1537 and lasted 50 years. It includes work by many Venetian artists and more than 750,000 books, 13,000 manuscripts and 24,000 prints.
Trinity College Old Library, Dublin
Trinity College Old Library in Dublin is most recognizable for the 200-foot Long Room, lined with marble busts of famous writers. Queen Elizabeth I founded the library in 1592, but the existing structure was built in 1712.
Coibra Library, University of Coibra- Alta and Sofia, Portugal
This ornate library built in 1717 includes dark Baroque elements, including exotic carved wood, gilded patterns and lacquered wooden bookshelves. Inside the library is its own prison where scholars and students were once confined.
Austrian National Library, Vienna
This Baroque library dates back to 1723 and was the palace library until 1920 when it was taken over by the state. It is the largest library in Austria and, perhaps, the most luxurious and ornate. Its Globe Museum includes terrestrial and celestial globes made before 1850.
Read This Next
This Internship Has You Cuddling Cows
Trends
Apr 24, 2024#TrazeeTravel
Insta FeedHotel
Apr 25, 2024JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi Opens
JW Marriott’s second property in Kenya recently opened: JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi stands as the tallest hotel in the country at 35 stories. Located in the Westlands commercial district, JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi boasts 315 guestrooms, several dining destinations, a Spa by JW, a swimming pool, a fitness center and eight event spaces. A sky bar and lounge, as well as 51 serviced apartments, will open later this year.
Sponsored Content
United Continues Its Global Expansion
United Airlines keeps soaring to new heights, recently announcing another expansion of its leading global route network. The airline added new non-stop flights between Newark (EWR) and Marrakesh (RAK), Morocco; Tokyo (NRT) and Cebu (CEB), Philippines; and Houston (IAH) and Medellin (MDE), Colombia. That’s not all: United also plans to increase flights to popular worldwide destinations including Hong Kong (HKG); Seoul (INC), South Korea; and Porto (OPO), Portugal. Following the recent agreement to increase flights between the U.S. and Chinese governments, the airline now adds four weekly flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Shanghai (PVG).
Destinations / North America
Apr 24, 2024How to See the Northern Lights in Alberta, Canada, This Year
You may have heard 2024 is going to be one of the best years to see the northern lights and, if you’re interested in experiencing this phenomenon for yourself, you likely have been thinking about making the trip to Iceland or Scandinavia — notable destinations for northern lights viewing. However, you don’t have to leave North America to take in the Aurora Borealis. Alberta offers plenty of spots and ways to see the northern lights.
Hotel
Apr 24, 2024Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa Announces Nashville Nights Songwriter’s Series
Aloha, Nashville! Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa recently announced the launch of its Nashville Nights songwriter’s series featuring artists from Music City. Once a month for the next six months, guests can experience an evening of live music with the inaugural show scheduled for April 27 and featuring Gracee Shriver and Noel Bisesti.
Sponsored Content
Travel Tips to Help Protect Your Health and Your Trip
Five Tips to Help Minimize Potential Travel Problems
North America
Apr 23, 2024Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection Debuts Highland Golf and Wine Classic
Primland, Auberge Resorts Collection announced its first-ever Highland Golf and Wine Classic in Virginia. The three-day celebration of golf, wine and culinary experiences takes place May 25–27.
ShareThis