Here’s a list of some of the top libraries in India:
1. National Library of India, Kolkata
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Library of India | Kolkata | Largest library in India, serving as the country’s library of public record and repository of significant collections. |
2. Anna Centenary Library, Chennai
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Anna Centenary Library | Chennai | One of the largest libraries in Asia with extensive collections and modern facilities. |
3. Delhi Public Library, New Delhi
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | Delhi Public Library | New Delhi | Network of public libraries in Delhi offering diverse collections and services. |
4. Raza Library, Rampur
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | Raza Library | Rampur | Renowned for its collection of Indo-Islamic manuscripts and rare books. |
5. Connemara Public Library, Chennai
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | Connemara Public Library | Chennai | One of the oldest libraries in India with a vast collection of books and historical documents. |
6. Asiatic Society Library, Mumbai
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Asiatic Society Library | Mumbai | Known for its collection of rare manuscripts, books, and historical documents. |
7. Saraswathi Mahal Library, Thanjavur
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | Saraswathi Mahal Library | Thanjavur | One of the oldest libraries in Asia with a rich collection of ancient manuscripts and texts. |
8. Salar Jung Museum Library, Hyderabad
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Salar Jung Museum Library | Hyderabad | Houses a diverse collection of rare books and manuscripts related to art and history. |
9. State Central Library, Thiruvananthapuram
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | State Central Library | Thiruvananthapuram | Oldest public library in Kerala with a wide range of literary and cultural resources. |
10. Nalanda Library, Nalanda University
| Rank | Library Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | Nalanda Library | Nalanda | Modern library at the revived Nalanda University, focusing on academic and research resources. |
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