Biblioteca di Brera

Biblioteca Nazionale Braidense
library in Milan
#48 in Milan / #819 in Italy
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The Biblioteca di Brera, also known as the Braidense National Library, is one of Milan's most prestigious libraries. It was founded in 1770 by Empress Maria Theresa of Austria and is located within the Palazzo di Brera, which also houses the Pinacoteca di Brera, an important art gallery. The library boasts a vast collection of over 1.5 million volumes, including rare manuscripts, incunabula, and valuable prints. It serves as a key resource for researchers, scholars, and the general public, offering access to an extensive array of historical and contemporary works in various fields.


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