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Top 10 Biggest Libraries In The World

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1. Library of Congress (USA)

The largest library globally, with over 170 million items, including books, recordings, photos, maps, and manuscripts.

2. British Library (UK)

It Holds more than 170 million items, including the Magna Carta and Leonardo da Vinci's notebook, making it one of the largest libraries.

3. New York Public Library                   (USA)

New York Public Library renowned globally, it has over 55 million items, featuring extensive archives and special collections.

4. Library and Archives Canada

It Holds more than 170 million items, including the Magna Carta and Leonardo da Vinci's notebook, making it one of the largest libraries.

5. Russian State Library

The national library of Russia with over 47 million items, known for its vast Russian and international literature collections.

6. National Library of China

The largest library in Asia, housing over 37 million items, including extensive Chinese literature and historical documents.

7. German National Library

A key repository for German publications, holding over 34 million items.

8. Bibliothèque Nationale de France

France's national library, with over 40 million items, including books, manuscripts, and historical records.

9. National Diet Library (Japan)

Japan's national library, serving as a repository for all published books in the country, with over 42 million items.

10. Royal Library of Denmark

The national library of Denmark, with significant collections of Danish and international works, holding over 35 million items.