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South Australia's Library Named Second Most Beautiful Globally

8/7/2025

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The State Library of South Australia has captured hearts worldwide, earning the title of the second most beautiful library globally in the 1000 Libraries Awards. Garnering over 200,000 votes, it stands proudly behind Trinity College Dublin. Its breathtaking Mortlock Chamber, a Victorian masterpiece from 1884, boasts over 40,000 books and draws nearly 500,000 visitors each year.

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The State Library of South Australia has captured hearts worldwide, earning the title of the second most beautiful library globally in the 1000 Libraries Awards. Garnering over 200,000 votes, it stands proudly behind Trinity College Dublin. Its breathtaking Mortlock Chamber, a Victorian masterpiece from 1884, boasts over 40,000 books and draws nearly 500,000 visitors each year.