Top 10 libraries in India

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5	Connemara Public Library	Chennai	One of the oldest libraries in India with a vast collection of books and historical documents.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6	Asiatic Society Library	Mumbai	Known for its collection of rare manuscripts, books, and historical documents.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.