George Peabody Library
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#816 in United States of America
The George Peabody Library in Baltimore, Maryland, USA, is a renowned 19th-century research library that forms part of the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University. Known for its stunning architectural design, the library features five tiers of cast-iron balconies that rise dramatically toward a latticed skylight, creating an awe-inspiring interior space often described as a "cathedral of books." The library houses over 300,000 volumes, focusing on collections from the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly strong in subjects such as archaeology, British art, and American history.
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