Chester Beatty Library

Leabharlann Chester Beatty

museum in Dublin

#19 in Dublin / #43 in Ireland

by Charles Curling (CharlieCLC)

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The Chester Beatty Library in Dublin, Ireland, is a renowned museum and library that houses an extraordinary collection of manuscripts, rare books, and art from across the globe. Founded by Sir Alfred Chester Beatty in 1950, the library's collections span cultures and eras, featuring treasures from Asia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. Visitors can explore ancient Egyptian papyri, illuminated Qur'ans, European medieval manuscripts, and exquisite prints from Japan, among many other highlights.

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