If you’ve ever found yourself drooling over the gorgeous library in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, then you absolutely have to visit the Admont Abbey Library in Admont, Austria. This book lover’s paradise looks like it was taken straight out of a fairy tale! One travel influencer shared the most majestic footage from her trip to this architectural wonder. Its beauty literally brought her to tears!
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According to her social media post, the Admont Abbey Library is “the largest monastic library in the world” and contains over 70,000 books. As the woman wandered through the massive space, she looked tiny in comparison! However, this library isn’t just impressive for its size. Every inch of this gorgeous place is decorated with stunning frescoes, statues, and carvings!
“Walking into what was once called ‘the 8th wonder of the world’ feels like stepping into Belle’s library from Beauty and the Beast,” the traveler wrote in her caption.
Admont Abbey’s website tells us that the magnificent library was finally finished in 1776 after years of building. Architect Josef Hueber designed the space with Enlightenment values in mind. He is quoted as saying, “Like the mind, rooms should also be filled with light.” Illumination certainly seems to have been a priority while creating this library, since its generous windows bathe the space in sunshine!
Of course, not everyone is able to make the trip to Austria to visit the magnificent Admont Abbey Library. However, thanks to modern technology, book lovers can now take a virtual tour online. This 3D experience lets you explore secret passages that typically aren’t open to the public.
After seeing this influencer’s mesmerizing footage, we’re definitely adding the Admont Abbey Library to our travel bucket list!
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